Neuro IR RN
Rapid City, SD
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Flexible
$3,166/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftFlexible
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care411 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Variable, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro IR position requiring ICU experience and membership on the Stroke Team.
Details
- Work in the Medical Imaging - Interventional Radiology department of a Level II Trauma Center
- Unit includes 2 Cath Labs and 2 Hybrid Peripheral/OR procedural areas
- RN will be a member of the Neuro IR Stroke Team
- 1:1 patient ratio
- No floating required
- Charge nurse support available Monday-Friday, 0600-1630
- EPIC charting required, Epic Cupid preferred
- Uses Alaris and Omnicell equipment
- Shift options include 4x10-hour shifts (0700-1730 or 0800-1830) or 8-hour shifts (0700-1530 or 0730-1600) on call days
- Call requirement of 1 week on, 2 weeks off
- Orientation consists of 4 days of 10-hour shifts
Requirements
- Active RN license (SD or Compact) currently in hand
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
- Minimum 2+ years of RN experience required (travelers with only 1 year not accepted)
- ICU experience required
- Completion of a nursing education program approved by a board of nursing
- Skilled in endotracheal ventilation and ventilator management
- Experience with tracheostomy patients, including ventilation through stoma
- Experience with vasoactive and sedation drips
- Experience with safe use of paralytics
- Skilled in set-up, troubleshooting, and use of arterial lines
- Experience with External Ventricular Drains (EVDs), including Camino ICP monitoring
- Experience with external pacemakers
- Experience with chest tubes
- Experience with Swan/Cordis central line catheter use and monitoring
- Experience recovering and monitoring arterial puncture sites
- Two references dated within 1 year required for consideration
Additional Information
- Serve as a member of the Neuro IR Stroke Team providing critical care support
- Facility is a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, Level II Pediatric Trauma, Primary Stroke and Chest Pain Center, and Teaching Hospital
- Facility is pursuing Magnet Status Designation
- Procedural scrubs provided
- Free parking available
- First-time travelers are not considered for this position
- Must reside 100+ miles from the facility
- Permanent staff must wait 1 full year before returning as a traveler
Facility
Rapid City Regional Hospital
3 nurses recommend working with Rapid City Regional Hospital
Pros
Unit is traveler friendly and will almost never float.
Cons
Schedule flexibility is a bit rough at times.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 411 beds
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona has been an incredible recruiter to work with during my job search for travel vascular sonography positions. From our very first conversation, she took the time to actually understand what I was looking for, not just throwing generic openings at me, but paying attention to my specialty, my preferences, and my timeline. She's responsive, communicative, and genuinely invested in finding the right fit rather than just filling a slot. Any time I had a question, she got back to me quickly with clear, honest answers. No runaround, no overselling a position just to close it out. Working with Sebrona has made the often stressful process of job hunting feel a lot more manageable. I'd recommend her to any traveler looking for a recruiter who actually listens and follows through.
Cons
None
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About Rapid City, SD
As a travel nurse in Rapid City, SD here's what you should know:- Rapid City's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, while the average low in winter is around 16°F, so be prepared for a wide range of temperatures throughout the year.
- Short-term rentals are relatively easy to find in Rapid City, with options ranging from apartments to fully furnished homes, especially in the downtown area.
- Rapid City is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and plenty of parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Rapid City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.
- Rapid City offers a variety of activities, including numerous restaurants offering local and international cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, sports events, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and exploring nearby national parks.
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