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Travel RN - Telemetry

American Traveler

Pierre, South Dakota

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$2,578/wk

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Pierre, South Dakota

RNTelemetryMedical-Surgical

Posted Aug 8, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 9, 2026

What the posting states

Base pay: $2,578/wk
Weekends, holidays, call: No on-call responsibilities.

About this role

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American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Telemetry position on the Med Surg Unit, requiring an active SD or compact RN license. Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs. Hours: 36 hrs/wk. Start Date: Aug 24, 2026. Length: 13 weeks. Work on the Med Surg Unit within a hospital setting. Telemetry patient population. PM shift schedule, 12-hour shifts. 13-week assignment length. No on-call responsibilities. Provide telemetry nursing care to Med Surg patients. No previous permanent employment with Avera or Sanford health systems allowed.

Requirements

Active RN license (SD or Compact) currently in hand
Prior telemetry nursing experience required
No previous permanent employment with Avera or Sanford health systems allowed
12 hour shifts
Evening shift

Benefits

Top Compensation Packages
Housing Perks (free private housing or generous housing subsidy)
Tax Advantage Plan
Comprehensive Insurance (medical, dental, life)
Weekly Payroll
Referral Bonuses
Licensure Reimbursement
Travel Allowances

About the employer

American Traveler

Staffing partner

American Traveler is a travel nursing staffing agency that places experienced registered nurses in temporary 13-week contract assignments at hospitals across multiple states. Assignments are located in diverse geographic settings, from Rapid City, SD, to Michigan's Upper Peninsula and Atlanta,…

What reviewers appreciate

Diverse geographic assignment opportunities across multiple states
Multiple clinical specialties available including ED, PCU/Med-Surg Telemetry, and OR
Structured 13-week contracts with clearly defined shift patterns and hours

What reviewers flag

On-call requirements including evening, overnight, and weekend call for certain assignments
Floating required on a rotational basis at some assignments
May be placed on call if unit census drops, creating schedule uncertainty

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Facility profile

Living in Pierre, SD

Pierre, South Dakota's capital, sits along the Missouri River with a quiet, small-town feel despite its governmental role. Wide prairie skies and easy access to outdoor recreation define daily life. Nurses who prefer tight-knit communities and open space over urban bustle will find a welcoming, unhurried pace.