Travel ICU Nurse

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

• Specialty:
  ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week night shift travel assignment requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and Epic proficiency.

• Mixed ICU setting with 39 beds divided into pods covering MICU, SICU, CICU, and TICU; travelers will not float to the CVICU side unless experienced in that specialty
• Complex patient population including ARDS, MI, CVA/TIA, COVID, post-cardiac cath, post-surgical, and multiple system trauma with a heavy trauma population
• Cardiac experience preferred, including CABG/TAVR with 24–48 hrs post-op experience; fresh open heart cases are reserved for permanent staff
• Patient ratios are acuity-dependent: 1:1, 1:2, or 1:3 (rare)
• Charting via Epic (required);
  Alaris pumps (transitioning to Baxter) and Omnicell also in use
• 12-hour night shifts at 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation (not guaranteed)
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating is uncommon but may occur to adult floors including Med/Surg or Tele at a 1:4 ratio when overstaffed
• Orientation consists of one 12-hour shift and one 8-hour shift on the ICU unit, plus a hospital orientation
• Unit support includes 1–2 CNAs per unit, a mobility float aide, 2 charge RNs overseeing all ICUs, respiratory therapy 24/7, phlebotomy (peripheral draws only), and ICU charge RNs who place all midlines
• Physician coverage includes 3 intensivists on days, 2 on nights, plus an APP on nights
• May be expected to precept nursing students
• Navy scrubs required
• No RTO will be approved during holidays or the Sturgis Bike Rally (first 3 weeks of August)
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be approved; extensions may be required to fulfill the full 13-week contract
• First-time travelers are not accepted; at least one prior travel assignment is required
• Permanent staff must wait 1 year before returning to this facility as a traveler
• Free parking is available on-site

• Active RN license in South Dakota or a compact state license is required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and TNCC (TNCC must be obtained prior to start)
• Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience excluding travel assignments is strongly preferred; candidates with at least 1.5 years of ICU experience (excluding travel) plus significant RN experience outside of ICU may be considered
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency with IV medications including vasopressors, sedation, and paralytics; hemodynamic line management; proning; ventilator management; and telemetry
• Experience with Impella, IABP, and CRRT strongly preferred
• Must reside at least 100 miles from any Monument Health facility
• Two professional references dated within the past year are required for consideration
• DOB and SSN are required for consideration

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-675388. 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

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.