Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,923 per week

About the role

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a ICU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Rapid City, SD. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor critically ill patients, recognizing and responding to subtle changes in patient condition
• Administer complex medications and treatments in accordance with approved critical care nursing techniques
• Operate and manage advanced life support equipment
• Ensure patient safety and comfort in high-acuity ICU environments, addressing physical and emotional needs
• Record significant conditions, reactions, and interventions, notifying the appropriate provider of changes in patient status
• Perform and interpret advanced hemodynamic monitoring, including arterial lines, central venous pressure, and pulmonary artery catheters
• Accurately document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record in a timely manner to ensure continuity of care and compliance with regulatory standards
• Provide education to patients and families regarding the ICU environment, treatments, and recovery expectations
• Communicate closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care
• Maintain proficiency in critical care procedures and technologies through ongoing education and training
• Adhere to strict infection control protocols to protect immunocompromised patients and reduce risks
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance ICU patient outcomes and operational efficiency
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

Requirements

• One year of recent experience as an ICU RN
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) and ACLS (AHA/ARC) certifications

Qualifications

• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification (preferred)
• TNCC certification (preferred)
• NIHSS certification (preferred)
• Other certifications or licenses may be required for this position

Skills

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
• Physical abilities: remain stationary, move about, move equipment (50‑100 lbs), push, pull, and bend
• Interpersonal skills: work effectively with a variety of personnel to present a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/motor skills: grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures or using department equipment
• Mental requirements: cope with frequent contact with the public while meeting deadlines under pressure; work under close supervision occasionally and without assistance; contend with irregular activity schedules and continuous concentration to detail
• Sensory: visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and short‑term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer‑a‑friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
• Day‑one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts

Pay

Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

• Start date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours: 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights