Travel ICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med Surg/Critical Care Unit position requiring SD or compact RN license and at least 2 years of CCU experience.

• Work in the Med Surg/Critical Care Unit of a Critical Access Hospital (CAH)
• Provides care for critically ill adolescent through geriatric medical/surgical patients
• CCU has 8 private rooms with 1:1 or 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio for critical care patients
• Med/Surg overflow patients in CCU are staffed at a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
• CCU is staffed with a minimum of 2 RNs whenever a patient is present
• May float to Med/Surg when CCU census is low
• Uses EPIC EMR charting system
• Uses PLUM IV smart pumps, central lines, arterial lines, ventilators, IABP, and overhead patient lift system
• Shifts are 12 hours, either  or , with rotation of days/nights or straight nights available
• Every other weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun) required along with holiday rotation
• No on-call requirements

• Active SD RN license or multistate compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of CCU experience preferred
• Prior Med/Surg or ED experience a plus
• CCRN and/or TNCC certification a plus
• Strong critical thinking skills to assess and respond to changing patient conditions
• Ability to interpret and respond to hemodynamic monitoring results
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with physicians, staff, and patients/families
• Must be self-directed and comfortable utilizing technology to enhance patient care

• Provide individualized nursing care to critically ill patients, anticipating and responding to complications and emergencies
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team members, delegating and supervising unlicensed personnel as needed
• May be asked to supervise students assigned to the CCU as part of their training
• Orientation includes 2 days of hospital orientation and 1-2 days of unit-specific orientation depending on prior experience
• Navy blue scrubs required
• All clinicians must badge in and out at the facility
• Candidates residing within 80 miles of the facility may be considered local
• Previous employment with the health system must have ended at least 6 months prior to consideration
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-777654. 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
- Med/Surg

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.