Travel ICU Registered Nurse

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:
  
  02/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a high-acuity, mixed ICU setting with a 48-hour per week night shift requirement and mandatory TNCC certification.

• Work in a large, mixed ICU (MICU, SICU, CICU, TICU) with 39 beds
• Care for a diverse patient population including surgical, medical, cardiac, neuro, and trauma cases
• Patient diagnoses include ARDS, MI, CVA/TIA, COVID, s/p cardiac cath, post-surgical, and multiple system trauma
• RN-to-patient ratios typically 1:1 or 1:2 depending on acuity, with 1:3 on rare occasions
• Required to work 12-hour night shifts, 48 hours per week
• Weekend rotation every other weekend (not guaranteed)
• Floating may occur to any adult floor, including Med Surg/Tele (ratio 1:4), though not common
• Uses Epic charting system;
  Epic experience required
• Utilizes Alaris pumps (switching to Baxter) and Omnicell
• No on-call responsibilities
• Responsible for management of patients with high acuity and trauma diagnoses
• May care for post-cardiac surgery patients (CABG/TAVR) during the first 24–48 hours post-op
• All ICU RNs may be expected to float to the Emergency Department if needed
• Support structure includes nurse aides, charge RNs, phlebotomy for peripheral draws, resource nurses based on staffing, and 24/7 respiratory therapy support
• 3 intensivists on days, 2 on nights, and an APP support on nights
• Hospital and unit orientation includes one 12-hour and one 8-hour shift
• Navy scrubs required
• Free parking available
• No time off permitted during holidays or the Sturgis Bike Rally (first 3 weeks in August)
• Unit welcomes returning travelers, but not local candidates within 100 miles

• Active SD or compact RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications required (TNCC must be obtained before arrival if not currently held)
• Minimum of 2 years ICU experience excluding travel preferred; may consider 1.5 years ICU experience with additional strong RN background
• At least one prior travel assignment required; first-time travelers will not be considered
• Completion of an accredited nursing education program
• Experience with ventilator management, IV vasoactive medications, hemodynamic lines, proning, and telemetry required
• Experience with Impella, IABP, and CRRT strongly preferred
• Must be comfortable working 48-hour weeks
• Applicants must reside over 100 miles from any Monument Health facility
• Permanent staff must wait one year before returning as a traveler

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-653673. 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.