Travel ICU RN

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:
  
  10/05/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a fast-paced, mixed ICU unit requiring at least one prior travel assignment and TNCC certification.

• Work in a 39-bed mixed ICU unit divided into pods covering MICU, SICU, CICU, and TICU
• Care for complex ICU patients including surgical, medical, cardiac, neuro, and trauma cases
• Common diagnoses include ARDS, MI, CVA/TIA, COVID, post-cardiac cath, post-surgical, and multiple system trauma
• Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:3 depending on acuity
• Cardiac experience preferred, including CABG/TAVR post-op care
• 12-hour night shifts on a 48 hour/week contract
• Weekend rotation attempted for every other weekend, though not guaranteed
• No on-call requirements
• Floating is uncommon but may occur to adult floors including Medsurg/Tele at a 1:4 ratio
• Uses Epic charting system, Alaris pumps (transitioning to Baxter), and Omnicell

• Active RN license (SD or Compact) required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• TNCC certification required or must be willing to obtain prior to arrival
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience preferred, excluding travel experience
• At least one prior travel assignment required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Experience with IV medications including vasopressors, sedation, and paralytics
• Experience with hemodynamic lines, proning, ventilator management, and telemetry
• Impella, IABP, and CRRT experience strongly preferred
• Strong critical thinking, assessment, and teamwork skills required
• Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment

• Support staff includes 1-2 CNAs per unit plus a mobility float aide, charge nurses, resource nurses, and 24/7 RT coverage
• 3 intensivists cover days and 2 intensivists plus an APP cover nights
• Phlebotomy team available for peripheral blood draws only
• ICU CRNs place all midlines
• May be expected to precept nursing students
• Navy scrub color required
• Free parking available
• Orientation includes hospital and department orientation, iLearns, and floor shifts
• No RTO permitted during holidays or during the Sturgis Bike Rally (first 3 weeks of August)
• Time off requests limited to 7 days and must accommodate a full 13-week contract
• Must reside at least 100 miles from any Monument Health facility
• Permanent staff must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• First-time travelers will not be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-759319. 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

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.