Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Endoscopy for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Endoscopy
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/22/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, flexible
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Variable, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a GI/Endoscopy and PACU position at a Magnet-designated Level II Trauma Center in Rapid City, SD, requiring at least 2 years of RN experience and advanced endoscopy skills.
Details
- Hospital setting: Magnet-designated, Level II Trauma Center, Level II Pediatric Trauma, Level III NICU, Primary Stroke and Chest Pain Center, and teaching hospital
- Unit includes 4 Endoscopy rooms, 20 Pre-Op bays, and 14 PACU bays
- Patient types include upper and lower endoscopy (including advanced procedures: EUS, EBUS, ERCP, EGD, and colonoscopy), as well as Pre-Op and PACU Phase I and Phase II recovery with some ICU-level care
- Patient ratios: Endoscopy 1:1; Pre-Op 1:2; PACU Phase I 1:1 or 1:2 based on acuity; PACU Phase II 1:2–3
- Charting system: Epic (required); additional equipment includes ION robotic-assisted bronchoscopy system, Omnicell, and Alaris
- Anesthesia team provides 100% sedation coverage
- Variable shift schedule rotating through: 0630–1500, 0730–1600, 0830–1700, and 0900–1800
- 36 hours per week
- Weekend rotation every 3rd weekend
- On-call required: one overnight shift per week (7p–7a) and every 3rd weekend
- Floating may occur within Pre-Op, PACU, or as helping hands on the floor; travelers will not be floated to the Main OR as primary RN
- 2 out of 4 major holidays required
Requirements
- Active RN license — South Dakota license or Compact RN license currently in hand
- Current certifications: BLS and ACLS
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a Level I or Level II Trauma Center
- Hands-on endoscopy experience required, including advanced procedures (EUS, EBUS, ERCP)
- Two professional references dated within the last year required for consideration
- DOB and SSN required for consideration
- Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible
Additional Information
- Endoscopy team typically consists of an RN and Endo Tech (x6 staff on unit); anesthesia is present for all procedures
- On-call overnight shifts are accommodated with a sleep room available in the Pre-Op/PACU area and couches in the break room; 15-minute response time required
- Unit orientation is 1 week
- Scrubs are provided by the facility
- Free parking is available on-site
- First-time travelers are not automatically accepted — email for manager approval prior to submission
- Former permanent staff must wait a full year before returning as a traveler
- Time off requests require manager approval; low-census volunteer time off (without pay) may be available
American Traveler Job ID #P-712121. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - GI/Endoscopy
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.