Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU
- Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota.

• Specialty:
  PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for an Endo/PACU position requiring 3+ years of endoscopy or ambulatory PACU experience and a SD or compact RN license.

• Work in the Endoscopy unit of a Level II Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• 10 pre/post bays with pre and post areas shared
• Average of 15-30 patients per day
• Mostly outpatient with some higher acuity inpatient cases
• Patient population is adults, with occasional adolescents aged 12-17; no infants or very young patients
• Performs upper and lower endoscopy procedures including EUS, EBUS, ERCP, EGD, colonoscopies, and bronchoscopies
• Supports Phase I (general anesthesia) and Phase II (MAC) recovery, no nurse-administered sedation
• Patient ratios:
  Pre 1:3-4, Phase I Recovery 1:1, Phase II Recovery 1:3
• EPIC EMR, Baxter IV pumps, and Omnicell medication dispensing system used
• 12-hour variable shifts, either  or , with self-scheduling after permanent staff
• No guaranteed block schedule
• Weekend rotation is call only, one weekend of call per 6-week schedule (Saturday and Sunday ) with a 20-minute response time
• Call required for 1 holiday during the contract
• Floating not required unless comfortable floating intraprocedural for endoscopy

• Active RN license (South Dakota or Compact) currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS
• Minimum 3+ years of endoscopy pre-op/recovery or ambulatory post-anesthesia experience required
• Strong IV skills required
• Comfortable providing discharge instructions, administering enemas, reviewing H&P, and managing the consenting process
• Comfortable with endoscopy pre/post care and Phase I & II recovery
• Intraprocedural endoscopy experience preferred but not required

• Works alongside a Charge RN (who may occasionally take patients), 4-5 Recovery RNs, management, CRNA team, and proceduralist/anesthesiologist on unit during shifts
• Orientation includes NEO, a first-day checklist, online iLearn modules, and the remainder of the week spent orienting within the department
• RTO requests go through the unit manager
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Free parking provided
• Must reside outside a 100-mile radius of the facility, as local travelers are not accepted
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-776725. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - PACU

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.