Travel Emergency Department RN - $2,182 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota.

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• 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: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position at a Level 2 trauma center in Rapid City, SD, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ED experience and multiple certifications including TNCC and PALS.

• Fast-paced Emergency Department in a hospital setting, seeing 150–180 patients daily
• Main ED has 33 beds, including 8 Trauma/Resuscitation beds, 4 Behavioral Health rooms, and a vertical care area for lower-acuity patients (ESI 3 & 4)
• Level 2 trauma center with a heavy trauma population, including stab wounds, GSWs, MVCs, drownings, and falls — particularly active during summer months
• Certified Complete Stroke Center, capable of treating stroke symptoms up to 24 hours from onset
• Patient population spans neonates to geriatric, including sepsis, DKA, respiratory illness, GI bleeds, cardiac cases, and critically ill pediatric patients
• Cardiac catheterization lab on-site and a PICU for critically ill pediatric patients
• RN patient ratio is 1:4–5
• Variable 12-hour shifts; possible shift times include 0630–1900, 1000–2230, 1200–0030, 1400–0200, and 1830–0700 — travelers will not work both days and nights within the same week
• Weekend work is possible depending on staffing needs
• No on-call requirements
• Charts using Epic; also uses Omnicell and Alaris
• Epic experience is preferred; please note if you do not have Epic experience
• May float to inpatient Med/Surg, PCU, or ICU as a task nurse only (not taking a full assignment)

• Active RN license — South Dakota (SD) or Compact license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC, and PALS
• CPI or MAB/MOAB certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of ED experience (excluding travel experience) strongly preferred
• Candidates with 1.5 years of ED experience (excluding travel) plus 2 years in another clinical setting may be considered with manager approval
• Proficiency with ESI triage assessments
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient prioritization skills
• Experience caring for the full range of patient types seen in this ED, including trauma and pediatric populations
• 2 professional references dated within the past year required for consideration
• DOB and SSN required for consideration

• Travelers are expected to participate in sexual assault (SA) patient care, including evidence collection such as buccal swabs, fingernail scrapings, clothing collection, and victim interviews — pelvic exams are not performed by travelers; a resource booklet and a 24/7 SA Quality Coordinator are available for support
• Triage responsibilities include ESI assessments and determining patient acuity and care priority
• May be expected to precept nursing students
• Strong unit support includes 24/7 charge nurse coverage, ED techs, phlebotomy, respiratory therapy, security, pharmacy tech, radiology/CT, and 24/7 physician, hospitalist, and NP coverage
• Orientation includes 8 hours of facility NEO, 4 hours of ED-specific education, and a minimum of two 12-hour shifts on the unit
• Navy scrubs required
• Free parking available on-site
• Holidays required only if needed
• Time off requests require manager approval; no RTO will be approved during the first three weeks of August due to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from any Monument Health facility to be eligible
• Former permanent staff must wait a full year before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-716392. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Emergency Dept

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.