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:
  
  11/29/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an ICU RN for a 48-hour/week night shift contract requiring at least one prior travel assignment and 2 years of ICU experience.

• 39-bed mixed ICU (MICU, SICU, CICU, TICU) divided into pods
• 12-hour night shifts, 48 hours per week
• Complex ICU patients including surgical, medical, cardiac, neuro, and trauma cases with a heavy trauma population
• Common diagnoses include ARDS, MI, CVA/TIA, COVID, post-cardiac cath, post-surgical, and multiple system trauma
• Cardiac experience preferred, including CABG/TAVR patients 24-48 hours post-op
• RN to patient ratios of 1:1, 1:2, and rarely 1:3 depending on acuity
• Floating not common unless overstaffed, but may float to any adult floor including Med-Surg/Tele at 1:4 ratio
• No on-call requirements
• Weekend rotation targeted at every other weekend, though not guaranteed

• Active RN license (SD or Compact) required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and TNCC required prior to arrival
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required, excluding travel experience
• Completion of an approved nursing education program
• Epic EMR experience required
• Experience with IV medications including vasopressors, sedation, and paralytics
• Experience with hemodynamic lines, proning, ventilator management, and telemetry
• Strong critical thinking and assessment skills with ability to work well in a team setting
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced setting with critically ill patients
• Experience with Impella, IABP, and CRRT strongly preferred
• Must be comfortable committing to a 48-hour/week contract

• Unit supported by 1-2 CNAs per unit plus a mobility float aide, 2 charge RNs overseeing all ICUs, and 24/7 respiratory therapy coverage
• 3 intensivists on days and 2 intensivists plus an APP on nights
• Peripheral blood draws performed by phlebotomy team, while ICU RNs place all midlines
• Orientation includes hospital orientation plus one 12-hour shift and one 8-hour shift on the ICU
• May be expected to precept nursing students
• Navy scrub color required
• Free parking available
• No RTO permitted during holidays or during the Sturgis Bike Rally (first three weeks of August)
• Time off requests of up to 7 days may be approved but must be adjusted to accommodate a full 13-week contract
• Must have completed at least one prior travel assignment; first-time travelers will not be considered
• Must reside at least 100 miles from any Monument Health facility
• Previous permanent staff must wait one year before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job  #P-768705. 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.