Travel ICU RN - $3,133 per week

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: 10/05/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 4x12hrs Hours: 48 hrs/wk Start Date: Oct 5, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ICU position requiring 2 years of ICU experience and prior travel assignment experience with a 48-hour weekly commitment. Details Mixed 39-bed ICU including MICU, SICU, CICU, and TICU divided into pods Complex ICU patient population including surgical, medical, cardiac, neuro, and trauma cases with heavy trauma volume Diagnoses include ARDS, MI, CVA/TIA, COVID, post-cardiac cath, post-surgical, and multiple system trauma Cardiac experience preferred including CABG/TAVR 24-48 hr post-op care RN to patient ratios of 1:1, 1:2, and rarely 1:3 depending on acuity 12-hour day shifts totaling 48 hours per week Weekend rotation targeted at every other weekend, though not guaranteed No on-call requirements Floating uncommon unless overstaffed, may float to adult Medsurg/Tele units at a 1:4 ratio Support staff includes CNAs, mobility float aides, charge RNs, resource nurses, 24/7 RT, and onsite intensivists/APPs Epic EMR and Omnicell used; Alaris pumps transitioning to Baxter pumps Requirements Active RN license (SD or Compact) required Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and TNCC (must obtain prior to arrival if not already certified) Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required, excluding travel experience Completion of an accredited nursing education program required Epic EMR experience required Experience with IV vasopressors, sedation, and paralytics required Experience with hemodynamic lines, proning, ventilator management, and telemetry required Strong critical thinking, assessment, and teamwork skills required in a fast-paced critical care setting Impella, IABP, and CRRT experience strongly preferred Minimum one prior travel assignment required; first-time travelers not accepted Additional Information Provide direct critical care to complex, high-acuity ICU patients across multiple specialties May be expected to precept nursing students Navy scrubs required Free parking available onsite Orientation includes hospital and department orientation, iLearns, and multiple shifts of floor orientation No RTO permitted during holidays or during the Sturgis Bike Rally (first three weeks of August) Time off requests limited to 7 days and must accommodate a full 13-week contract Travelers must reside at least 100 miles from any facility within the health system Permanent staff must wait one year before returning as a traveler Facility is known for being traveler-friendly and frequently renews travel contracts American Traveler Job ID P-751044. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.