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Registered Nurse Intensive Care - ICU
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What they do
An Intensive Care Registered Nurse cares for acutely ill patients in an intensive care or critical care clinical setting. Works with Physicians and other specialists as part of a critical care team. Monitors patients, coordinates care, and provides advanced life support as needed.
$71,887 / year median in South Dakota
-1% projected decline
Job Description
JOB DETAILS
Travel RN-ICU jobs in Rapid City, SD let you deliver critical care in a facility with a collaborative culture and advanced technology. You will assess and monitor critically ill patients, operate life-support equipment, and document care in electronic medical record (EMR) systems. Required qualifications include graduation from an accredited nursing program, a valid South Dakota RN license or Compact RN license, and Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certifications. At least 1.5 to 2 years of recent ICU experience and Epic EMR proficiency are required. Recommended skills include experience with IV medications, ventilator management, telemetry, and strong critical thinking. Cardiac experience and familiarity with Impella, intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) are preferred. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 assistance. Apply now to join this Travel RN-ICU assignment in Rapid City, SD.
REQUIREMENTS
Registered Nurse, ICU SSN Required DOB Required References:
1 Reference in the last 12 months perm address over 250 miles from Rapid City SD EPIC skills skills checklist within 12 mos Reference dated within 12 mos for job worked within 5 yrs Complex ICU patients ranging from surgical, medical, cardiac (preferred), neuro and trauma Diagnoses include but are not limited to: ARDS, MI, CVA/TIA, COVID, s/p cardiac cath, post-surgical, multiple system trauma - heavy trauma population previous travel required
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS ICU
unit strongly prefers 48 hour contracts
BENEFITS
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers!
We offer:
Competitive pay rates Free, quality, private housing Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
FACILITY
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
AREA OVERVIEW
Rapid City is the second largest city in South Dakota. Known as the City of Presidents due to its proximity to Mt. Rushmore, it is a city in which culture seekers and outdoors types will feel right at home. Hikers will want to experience the beauty of Black Hills firsthand. The mountain range offers a bevy of hiking, camping and mountain biking opportunities. Mt Rushmore, of course, is a significant tourist draw and should be seen by everyone at least once. In addition to the famous monument, Black Hills boasts an impressive array of attractions, including Jewel Cave National Monument and Harney Peak. In town, Rapid City offers a diverse array of eateries, galleries, boutiques and nightlife options. ← Move left → Move right ↑ Move up ↓ Move down + Zoom in - Zoom out Home Jump left by 75% End Jump right by 75% Page Up Jump up by 75% Page Down Jump down by 75% Map Terrain Satellite Labels Map Data Map data ©2026 Google Map data ©2026 Google 5 km Click to toggle between metric and imperial units Terms Report a map error
ABOUT THE COMPANY
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
• Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance