Travel OR RN — Operating Room Nurse (SD) 40h/wk

TotalMed; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed hours

Continuing Education

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness and fitness programs

Referral bonus

Employee assistance programs

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

TotalMed is seeking an OR travel nurse (RN) in Aberdeen, SD for a 13-week assignment. Expect 40 hours per week, mostly days, with an 8-hour shift. Travel status and BLS required; 1–2 years acute care experience as circulating or scrub nurse, and possibly RN first assistant. Duties include assisting the surgical team and patient education.

The role emphasizes patient safety, instrument handling, and collaboration with physicians. Benefits and pay are aligned with travel staffing standards.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of acute care experience as circulating or scrub nurse (or RN First Assistant).
• BLS certification required; 2 years of experience typical.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and surgical team in caring for surgical patients.
• Provide pre- and post-surgery education to patients.
• Prepare, administer, and document medications; monitor for adverse reactions.
• Communicate with patients' families and operating room staff.
• Maintain correct procedures and patient safety during operations.

Skills

RN

Circulating nurse

Scrub nurse

RN First Assistant (RNFA)

Tools

BLS

Job description

TotalMed is seeking an OR travel nurse (RN) in Aberdeen, SD for a 13-week assignment. Expect 40 hours per week, mostly days, with an 8-hour shift. Travel status and BLS required; 1–2 years acute care experience as circulating or scrub nurse, and possibly RN first assistant. Duties include assisting the surgical team and patient education.

The role emphasizes patient safety, instrument handling, and collaboration with physicians. Benefits and pay are aligned with travel staffing standards.