Travel Emergency Department RN - $2,254 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/20/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 20, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level 2 Trauma Emergency Department position requiring 2 years of ED experience and an active SD or compact RN license.

Details

• Emergency Department in a Level 2 Trauma Center hospital setting
• Main ED has 33 beds including 8 trauma/resuscitation beds and a pod with 4 behavioral health rooms
• Vertical care area used for lower-acuity ESI 3-4 patients or as additional high-acuity pods
• Sees approximately 150-180 patients daily
• Cares for neonatal to geriatric patients including sepsis, DKA, respiratory illness, GI bleeds, and trauma cases such as stab wounds, GSWs, MVCs, drownings, and falls
• Complete Stroke Center accepting stroke patients up to 24 hours post-symptom onset
• Cardiac patient population supported by an on-site cardiac catheter lab
• Pediatric Intensive Care Unit for critically ill children
• Travelers participate in Sexual Assault patient care and evidence collection in rotation with permanent staff, excluding pelvic exams
• RN to patient ratio of 1:4-5
• ED Tech support at a 1:10 ratio
• Charge nurse coverage on both day and night shifts
• 24/7 phlebotomy, respiratory therapy, physician, hospitalist, and NP coverage available
• Uses Epic EMR, Omnicell, and Alaris equipment
• Variable shift schedule including 0630-1900, 1000-2230, 1200-0030, 1400-0200, and 1830-0700
• Staff working variable shifts will not work both days and nights in the same week
• Potential to work every weekend depending on staffing needs
• May float to inpatient Med/Surg, PCU, or ICU areas in a task-nurse capacity only
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active RN license (South Dakota or Compact) required
• Minimum 2 years of ED experience required, excluding travel experience
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC, and PALS
• CPI or MAB/MOAB certification preferred
• Completion of an accredited nursing education program required
• Experience with all listed patient populations preferred; manager approval required if lacking specific patient type experience
• Strong ESI assessment skills for triage required
• Critical thinking, prioritization, and communication skills required
• ICU RN experience qualifies for floating to ED
• PCU RN experience qualifies for floating to ICU
• Epic EMR experience preferred

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive emergency care across the full patient acuity spectrum, from minor to critical cases
• Perform ESI assessments during triage to determine patient prioritization
• Participate in Sexual Assault patient care rotation, including evidence collection with support from a 24/7 SA Quality Coordinator and resource materials
• Facility orientation includes 8 hours of NEO plus 4 hours of ED-specific education and a minimum of two 12-hour shifts on the unit
• Holiday coverage only required if needed
• Navy scrub color required
• Free parking available
• Travelers must reside more than 100 miles from any Monument facility to be eligible
• Permanent staff must wait one full year before returning as a traveler
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Time off requests require manager approval, and no requests will be considered during the first three weeks of August due to the Sturgis Bike Rally
• Facility is known for being traveler-friendly and frequently renews traveler contracts

American Traveler Job ID #P-747150. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Emergency Dept

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.