Travel PICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  PICU
  - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  12/07/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, flexible
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Variable, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a PICU position requiring 1.5 years of PICU experience and a South Dakota or compact RN license.

• Work across both General Pediatrics and PICU on a combined 15-bed pediatric unit with a 5-bed PICU
• Pediatric patients aged 0-18 plus stable adult overflow cases in Gen Peds
• PICU patients require critical/intensive care for conditions such as respiratory failure, circulatory failure, infectious disease, endocrine/metabolic disorders, neurologic disease, toxic ingestions, trauma, and hematologic/oncologic disease
• Patient ratios of 1:5 in Gen Peds and 1:1-2 in PICU
• 12 hour variable shifts, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• May be placed on low census/on-call status
• Floating required to NICU (30 bed, feeder/growers, 1:3 ratio) and Gen Peds (up to 1:5 ratio)
• Uses EPIC charting system and Omnicell medication dispensing

• Active RN license (South Dakota or Compact) currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS, PALS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 1.5 years of PICU RN experience required
• Completion of an approved nursing education program
• Ability to perform physical assessments on patients from ages 0 to adult
• Ability to titrate drips and care for mechanically ventilated patients
• Proficient use of EPIC charting system

• Provide direct patient care including medication administration, symptom and vital sign evaluation, and patient/family education on plan of care
• Unit supported by CNAs (1:5 ratio), a floating charge nurse covering both units, resource/educator nurses, case management, social work, respiratory therapy, and hospitalist/APP support
• RNs perform their own phlebotomy and IV starts, with ultrasound available for difficult IVs
• One day of facility orientation (online and in-person) plus two days of unit orientation with a preceptor
• All holidays must be covered
• Time off requests only approved if pre-approved in advance
• Navy scrub color required
• Free parking available in a parking garage
• Traveler-friendly culture with a strong learn-and-grow environment
• First-time travelers considered only if they have more than 2 years of overall experience
• Must reside outside a 100-mile radius to be eligible for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-756116. 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
- Pediatric 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.