Travel Mixed ICU RN

Company: American Traveler
Location: Rapid City
Posted on: March 23, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description 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: 13 weeks - 48 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview - Shift: Days, 4x12hrs - Hours: 48 hrs/wk - Start Date: Mar 16, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a mixed ICU position in Rapid City, SD, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience, Epic proficiency, and TNCC certification. Details - Hospital-based mixed ICU setting with 39 beds, divided into pods: MICU, SICU, CICU, and TICU - Complex patient population including surgical, medical, cardiac, neuro, and trauma diagnoses such as ARDS, MI, CVA/TIA, COVID, post-cardiac cath, post-surgical, and multi-system trauma - Cardiac experience is preferred, including CABG/TAVR 24–48 hrs post-op; fresh open heart cases are assigned to permanent staff only - Patient ratios are 1:1, 1:2, or 1:3 (rare), based on acuity - Charting system: Epic (required); Alaris pumps (transitioning to Baxter); Omnicell for medication dispensing - 12-hour day shifts at 48 hours per week - Every-other-weekend rotation (not guaranteed) - No on-call requirements - Floating to adult floors, including Med/Surg and Telemetry at a 1:4 ratio, is uncommon but possible if overstaffed Requirements - Active RN license issued by or valid in South Dakota (SD or Compact license required) - Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and TNCC (TNCC must be obtained prior to start) - Minimum 2 years of ICU experience, excluding travel experience, is strongly preferred; candidates with at least 1.5 years of ICU experience (excluding travel) plus significant non-ICU RN experience may be considered - Epic EMR experience required - Experience with IV medications including vasopressors, sedation, and paralytics - Experience with hemodynamic lines, ventilator management, proning, and telemetry monitoring - Experience with Impella, IABP, and CRRT strongly preferred - Must reside at least 100 miles from any Monument Health facility - At least one prior travel assignment required; first-time travelers will not be considered - Two professional references dated within the past year are required for consideration - DOB and SSN required for consideration Additional Information - 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 blood draws, and intensivist/APP physician coverage around the clock - ICU charge RNs place all midlines; no dedicated IV/VAT team - Orientation consists of a hospital orientation, one 12-hour shift, and one 8-hour shift on the ICU - May be expected to precept nursing students - No RTO during holidays or the Sturgis Bike Rally (first 3 weeks of August annually) - Up to 7 days of time off may be approved, with the requirement to extend the contract to complete a full 13-week assignment - Required scrub color: Navy - Free parking is available on-site - Permanent staff must wait 1 year before returning to this facility as a traveler American Traveler Job ID P-675386. 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 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.

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