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Verified Pay check_circle $2,002 per week
Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Canistota, South Dakota

About this job

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care for a travel nursing job in Canistota, South Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Long Term Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 06/22/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a BSN-prepared RN for a 13-week LTC/SNF travel assignment in a geriatric behavioral health facility in South Dakota, with geripsych experience preferred.

Details

  • Long-term care/skilled nursing facility (LTC/SNF) setting with 55 beds
  • Geriatric patient population including dementia, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and paranoia as part of an active behavioral health program
  • Day shift, 12-hour block scheduling (6:00 AM – 6:30 PM)
  • Patient ratio is approximately 1:23 on day shift and 1:45 overnight; a medication aide is present from 6 AM–10 AM
  • Every 3rd weekend required
  • Holiday coverage required if holidays fall within your scheduled contract block
  • EMR: PointClickCare (PCC)
  • No on-call or call-back responsibilities

Requirements

  • Active SD RN license or compact RN license, must be active and in hand at time of consideration — pending licenses are not accepted
  • BSN required
  • Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
  • Current BLS certification required — copies of active certifications required; pending certifications are not accepted
  • PointClickCare (PCC) experience preferred
  • Valid driver's license required
  • 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, each including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire

Additional Information

  • Geriatric psychiatric LTC facility — experience in geri psych or LTC psych is strongly preferred
  • Orientation includes a facility tour, competency review, and the opportunity to shadow 1–2 shifts
  • Most skilled and COVID-related charting is completed on the day shift
  • Candidates residing within 80 miles of the facility are considered local and are eligible at an adjusted rate
  • If facility-provided housing is used, local pay rates will apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-713710. 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 - Med/Surg - Long Term Care

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.

 


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Posting ID: 1264473760 Posted: 2026-05-30 Job Title: Registered Nurse