Neuro IR RN
Rapid City, SD
Thrive Staffing
4x10 hrs, Days
$2,909/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care411 beds
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- State license license in South Dakota
- Interventional Radiology Nurse or Special Procedures Nurse (2 years)
Description
Hospital Information
- Level II Trauma Center
- Level III NICU
- Level II Pediatric Trauma
- On the Journey to Magnet Status Designation
- Primary Stroke and Chest Pain Center
- Teaching Hospital
- 417 Beds
General Information
- Beds/Procedural Areas: 2 Cath Labs; 2 Hybrid Peripheral/OR
- Travelers must live 100+ miles from the facility.
- Permanent staff must wait 1 full year before returning as a traveler.
Patient Types
Traveler will be a member of the Stroke Team. ICU experience is required for the RN position.
Patient Ratios
RN: 1:1
Required Certifications
- RN: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
Required Education
Completion of a nursing education program approved by a board of nursing. Registered Nurse (RN) — South Dakota Board of Nursing.
Required Skills
- ICU experience is a MUST — position will be a member of the Neuro IR Stroke Team
- Endotracheal ventilation, including basic management and understanding of ventilators
- Tracheostomy patients, including ventilation through stoma
- Vasoactive and sedation drips
- Safe use of paralytics
- Set-up, troubleshooting, and use of arterial lines
- External Ventricular Drains (EVDs), including Camino ICP monitoring
- External pacemakers
- Chest tubes
- Swan/Cordis central line catheter use and monitoring
- Recovery and monitoring of arterial puncture sites
Support on the Unit
- CNA: N/A
- Charge Nurse: Available Monday-Friday, 0600-1630
- Phlebotomy: N/A
- IV/VAT Team: N/A
Charting & Equipment
- EPIC: Required
- Epic Cupid: Preferred
- Alaris
- Omnicell
Floating
No floating required.
Orientation
4 days of orientation with 10-hour shifts.
Scheduling
- Shift Options:
- 4 × 10-hour shifts: 0700-1730 or 0800-1830
- 8-hour shifts: 0700-1530 or 0730-1600 on call days
- Call: 1 week on, 2 weeks off
Other Notes
- Scrub Color: Procedural; provided
- Free Parking: Yes
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
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 Interventional Radiology 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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