Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,824 per week in Rapid City, SD

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Rapid City
Posted on: March 4, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Location: Rapid City, SD Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,824 per week Shift Information: Nights - 4 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 15 Weeks Start Date: 3/30/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Rapid City, South Dakota, 57701! Job Title: Registered Nurse - ICU Profession: Nursing Specialty: ICU Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12 Hour Nights Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years of ICU experience preferred License: Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing Certifications: BLS ACLS NIHSS TNCC (REQUIRED) Must-Have: Epic experience Comfortable working a 48-hour/week contract Experience with complex ICU patients Description: This position is in a mixed ICU unit with 39 beds. The unit includes medical, surgical, cardiac, neuro, and trauma patients. Patient populations may include ARDS, myocardial infarction, stroke/TIA, COVID-19, post-cardiac catheterization, and multiple system trauma. Cardiac experience is preferred but not required. Candidates must have the ability to manage patients who are 24 to 48 hours post-op CABG/TAVR. Fresh open hearts will not be accepted unless the candidate has specific experience and is deemed competent. Patient ratios are typically 1:1 and may extend to 1:2 or 1:3 based on acuity. Experience with IV medications, including vasopressors, sedation, and paralytics, is necessary. Candidates should be skilled in hemodynamic line management, proning, ventilator management, and telemetry. Strong critical thinking and assessment skills are essential, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with critically ill patients. Additional preferred skills include experience with Impella, IABP, and CRRT. Candidates may be asked to describe a situation where they exceeded a leader’s expectations. There will be 24/7 respiratory therapy support and 3 intensivists on days, with additional coverage on nights. The charting system used is Epic. Floating to other adult floors may occur, with a 1:4 patient ratio in those settings. Weekend rotation is attempted every other weekend but is not guaranteed. No time off will be approved during holidays or special events. Candidates may be expected to precept students. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse range of assignments on your resume showcases your adaptability, versatility, and resilience. This can make you a more attractive candidate for future job opportunities and career advancement. Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. In times of public health crises, travel nurses often play essential roles in vaccination campaigns, disease control efforts, and other initiatives that contribute to the well-being of communities. Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting. Stand out in the competitive healthcare field by showcasing a resume filled with varied experiences in different regions and healthcare settings. Employers value the adaptability and resilience gained through travel nursing. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS PALS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29404692EXPTEMP

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