Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,924 per week

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: 06/08/2026
• 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: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an ICU position in Rapid City, SD, requiring a minimum of 1.5–2 years of ICU experience, Epic proficiency, and TNCC certification for a 48-hour/week night shift contract.

• Mixed ICU setting with 39 beds, divided into pods covering MICU, SICU, CICU, and TICU — travelers would not float to the CVICU side unless experienced in that specialty
• Complex patient population including surgical, medical, cardiac, neuro, and trauma cases with a heavy trauma volume; diagnoses include ARDS, MI, CVA/TIA, COVID, post-cardiac cath, post-surgical, and multi-system trauma
• Cardiac experience is preferred, particularly CABG/TAVR post-op (24–48 hrs); fresh open heart cases are reserved for permanent staff
• Patient ratios are 1:1, 1:2, or 1:3 (rare), depending on acuity
• Charting is done in Epic (required); facility also uses Alaris pumps (transitioning to Baxter) and Omnicell
• 12-hour night shifts at 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation (not guaranteed)
• No on-call requirements
• Floating to adult floors including Med/Surg and Tele (1:4 ratio) is possible but uncommon, typically only when overstaffed

• Active RN license — SD license or Compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and TNCC (must be obtained prior to start if not already held)
• Minimum 1.5–2 years of ICU experience, excluding travel experience; candidates with 1.5 years of ICU experience plus significant non-ICU RN experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency with IV medications including vasopressors, sedation, and paralytics; experience with hemodynamic lines, 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 required for consideration
• DOB and SSN required for consideration

• First-time travelers are not eligible; a minimum of one prior completed travel assignment is required
• Former permanent staff must wait one year before returning in a travel capacity
• Orientation consists of a hospital orientation, one 12-hour shift, and one 8-hour shift on the ICU
• Unit support includes 1–2 CNAs per unit plus a mobility float aide, 2 charge RNs overseeing all ICUs, a resource nurse (staffing dependent), 24/7 respiratory therapy, phlebotomy for peripheral draws, and physician coverage with 3 intensivists on days and 2 on nights plus an APP overnight
• May occasionally be expected to precept nursing students
• Navy scrubs required
• No RTO is permitted during holidays or the Sturgis Bike Rally (typically the first three weeks of August)
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be approved, but assignment must be extended to accommodate the full 13-week contract
• Free parking is available on-site

American Traveler Job ID #P-700054. 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.