L&D RN in Mitchell, South Dakota
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Mitchell, SD
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,350/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $65.28
- Weekly
- $2,350
- Yearly (full-time)
- $122,200
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $65.28/hour — 74% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in South Dakota ($37.53/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in South Dakota right now
- 203 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in South Dakota from 5 agencies, 7 of them in Mitchell.
- Pay in these listings: $27.46 – $97.95/hour, median $63.67/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in South Dakota: $37.53/hour ($78,062/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($65.26/hour across 118 jobs).
Job description
This 13-week travel nursing assignment in Mitchell, South Dakota, is designed for a labor and delivery nurse working 12-hour night shifts. The role supports mothers and newborns through labor, delivery, and immediate postpartum care while using fetal heart monitoring and following established obstetric protocols. Candidates should hold BLS, ACLS, NRP, and AWHONN FHM certifications, along with a South Dakota or compact nursing license. Night-shift travelers can expect a focused schedule with 36 hours per week and an opportunity to experience life in a welcoming South Dakota community.
Weather:
Mitchell typically offers cool, crisp weather around this time of year, with comfortable conditions for exploring during the day and colder evenings. Pack layers, a warm jacket, and footwear suited for changing outdoor conditions.
Fun Things To Do:
• Local attractions: Explore museums, shops, and community sites throughout Mitchell.
• Outdoor recreation: Enjoy a walk, picnic, or relaxing afternoon at a nearby park or lake.
• Day trip to Sioux Falls: Spend the day discovering downtown attractions, dining, and outdoor spaces.
• Day trip to the Badlands: Take in distinctive landscapes and scenic viewpoints on a memorable regional outing.
• Regional road trip: Visit nearby South Dakota communities for local dining, shopping, and sightseeing.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Mitchell, South Dakota
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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