Description

Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years OR RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Join a dynamic surgical team as an experienced RN in the Operating Room, supporting advanced orthopedic procedures in a well-established hospital setting. This 13-week contract position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work primarily with total joint replacements, arthroscopy, spine, foot and ankle, hand surgeries, and select general, ENT, GYN, and plastic cases.

Location:
Positioned in Black Hawk, South Dakota, this facility features 11 OR suites plus 1 GI suite, managing an average of 30 to 50 cases daily. Black Hawk offers a welcoming community with a small-town feel and access to beautiful natural surroundings, making it an excellent location for professionals seeking balance in work and lifestyle.

Responsibilities:

• Circulate during a variety of surgical procedures, with a strong focus on orthopedic cases including total joints and arthroscopy
• Operate and assist with the MAKO robotic system, highly preferred
• Flexibly float between multiple units and departments as needed
• Participate in on-call rotations including 1-2 weekday shifts and 1 weekend call shift per month
• Stay late when short staffed, typically until 4:30 PM once weekly

Qualifications:

• Current South Dakota or compact state RN license
• 3-4 years of recent circulator experience in the OR
• Strong orthopedic experience, specifically with total joints and arthroscopy
• ACLS and BLS certification, American Heart Association (AHA) required
• Prior robotics experience, specifically with MAKO, is highly preferred
• Must have not worked for the health system within the past 6 months (if applicable)

Job Details:

• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Scrubs provided on site
• Living within 80 miles results in adjusted hourly rate
• Must badge in and out each shift

This position demands clinical excellence and adaptability in a fast-paced environment. Experienced OR RNs with orthopedic expertise are encouraged to apply to support this busy, technologically advanced unit. Take the next step in your career by submitting your application today.