Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Rapid City, SD
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,029/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care411 beds
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- State license license in South Dakota
Description
Job Title: Registered Nurse - ICU
City/State: Rapid City, South Dakota
Shift: 12 Hour Nights, 19:00:00-07:00:00
Contract Length: 12.00-3 weeks
Start Date: 07/20/2026
Job Description:
The ICU Registered Nurse is responsible for providing patient care in a mixed unit including MICU, SICU, CICU, and TICU divided into pods. The role excludes floating into CVICU unless experienced in that specialty. This position requires a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience, excluding travel, and at least one prior travel assignment.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the care of complex ICU patients with various diagnoses including ARDS, MI, CVA/TIA, COVID, s/p cardiac cath, and multiple system trauma.
- Provide care utilizing skills in IV medications, hemodynamic lines, proning, ventilator management, and telemetry.
Requirements:
- Completion of a nursing education program approved by a board of nursing; Registered Nurse (RN) - South Dakota Board of Nursing
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC
- Epic experience and comfortability working a 48hr/week contract
- Strong critical thinking and assessment skills in a fast-paced setting
- Experience with Impella, IABP, and CRRT is strongly preferred
Facility
Rapid City Regional Hospital
2 nurses recommend working with Rapid City Regional Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 411 beds
Employer
Thrive Staffing
At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.
About Rapid City, SD
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit 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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