ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/07/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 7, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced travel RN for a mixed ICU position in Rapid City, SD, requiring at least 1.5–2 years of ICU experience, Epic proficiency, and TNCC certification.

Details

• Mixed ICU setting comprised of MICU, SICU, CICU, and TICU pods within a 39-bed unit
• Complex patient population including surgical, medical, cardiac, neuro, and trauma diagnoses such as ARDS, MI, CVA/TIA, COVID, post-cardiac cath, post-surgical, and multi-system trauma
• Heavy trauma population; cardiac experience (CABG/TAVR, 24–48 hrs post-op) is preferred but not required
• Patient ratios are 1:1, 1:2, or rarely 1:3, based on acuity
• Charting via Epic (required); Alaris pumps (transitioning to Baxter) and Omnicell also in use
• 12-hour night shifts, 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation (not guaranteed)
• Floating is uncommon but possible to any adult floor including Med/Surg or Tele at a 1:4 ratio
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active RN license — SD or Compact state license required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and TNCC (required prior to start)
• Minimum 1.5–2 years of ICU experience, excluding travel assignments; candidates with 1.5 years ICU experience plus significant non-ICU RN experience may be considered
• At least one prior travel assignment required; first-time travelers will not be considered
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency with IV medications including vasopressors, sedation, and paralytics
• Experience with hemodynamic lines, ventilator management, proning, and telemetry
• Impella, IABP, and CRRT experience strongly preferred
• Must reside at least 100 miles from any Monument Health facility
• Two references dated within the past year required for consideration
• DOB and SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include caring for critically ill patients across surgical, medical, cardiac, and trauma populations
• Fresh open-heart cases are not assigned to travelers unless the facility has verified sufficient experience
• Unit support includes 1–2 CNAs per unit plus a mobility float aide, 2 charge RNs overseeing all ICUs, a resource nurse (staffing dependent), 24/7 respiratory therapy, phlebotomy for peripheral draws, and intensivist/APP coverage around the clock
• Orientation includes hospital orientation, two 12-hour floor orientation shifts, and dedicated time for department orientation and iLearns modules
• May be expected to precept nursing students
• Navy scrubs required
• Free parking available on-site
• No RTO during holidays or the Sturgis Bike Rally (first 3 weeks of August)
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be approved, but requests requiring a contract extension must accommodate a full 13-week term
• Permanent staff must wait 1 year before returning to this facility as a traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-734498. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - ICU

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.