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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 15 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs Hours: 48 hrs/wk Start Date: Oct 26, 2026 Length: 15 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an ICU RN for a fast-paced, mixed 39-bed unit requiring prior travel experience and TNCC certification. Details Work in a mixed 39-bed ICU (MICU, SICU, CICU, TICU) divided into pods Care for complex ICU patients including surgical, medical, cardiac, neuro, and trauma cases with a heavy trauma population Diagnoses include ARDS, MI, CVA/TIA, COVID, post cardiac cath, post-surgical, and multi-system trauma Cardiac experience with CABG/TAVR (24-48 hrs post op) preferred but not required Patient ratios of 1:1, 1:2, or rarely 1:3 depending on acuity 12-hour night shifts totaling 48 hours per week Weekend rotation attempted for every other weekend, though not guaranteed Floating uncommon unless overstaffed, but may float to any adult floor including Medsurg/Tele at 1:4 ratio No on-call requirements Support includes CNAs, charge nurses, resource nurses, 24/7 respiratory therapy, and onsite intensivists/APPs Uses Epic EMR, Alaris (transitioning to Baxter pumps), and Omnicell Requirements Active RN license (SD or Compact) currently in hand Current BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications required, with willingness to obtain TNCC prior to arrival if not already held Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required, excluding travel experience (candidates with 1.5 years plus significant non-ICU RN experience may be considered with approval) Minimum of one prior travel assignment required; first-time travelers not accepted Experience with IV medications (vasopressors, sedation, paralytics), hemodynamic lines, proning, ventilator management, and telemetry required Experience with Impella, IABP, and CRRT strongly preferred Epic EMR experience required Completion of an accredited nursing education program required Must be comfortable working a 48-hour/week contract Strong critical thinking, assessment skills, and ability to work well in a fast-paced team setting required Additional Information Provide direct care for critically ill ICU patients across multiple specialties including cardiac, neuro, surgical, and trauma May be asked to precept nursing students Navy scrub color required Free parking provided at facility Facility orientation includes hospital orientation, department orientation, iLearns, and floor shifts No RTO permitted during holidays or during the Sturgis Bike Rally (first three weeks of August) Time off requests up to 7 days may be approved but must not shorten the required 13-week contract length Travelers must reside at least 100 miles from any Monument Health facility; local candidates not accepted Permanent staff must wait one year before returning as a traveler Facility is known for being traveler-friendly and frequently renews travel contracts American Traveler Job ID P-752624. 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 About American Traveler 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.