Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurse - General Location: The healthcare facility is seeking an experienced ICU Registered Nurse to provide critical care to adult patients from adolescent (16+) through geriatric populations. The role involves managing critically ill patients with strong clinical assessment skills, interpreting hemodynamic monitoring results, and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams in a fast-paced environment.
Job Details
- Position Description: Provides individualized nursing care to critically ill, adolescent (16+) through geriatric medical/surgical patients; assesses patients with strong critical thinking skills; interprets and responds to hemodynamic monitoring results; anticipates and manages patient complications; utilizes technology to enhance care; collaborates with physicians and healthcare workers, delegates and supervises unlicensed personnel; may supervise students in CCU; uses equipment such as electronic charting, smart pumps, ventilators, arterial and central lines, and overhead patient lift systems.
- Required Qualifications: RN license valid in the state or multistate compact; BLS and ACLS certifications; minimum of 2 years of Critical Care Unit experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: CCRN and/or TNCC certifications; experience in Medical Surgical, Pediatric, or Emergency Department settings is a plus.
- Schedule: The role involves 12-hour shifts, rotating days and nights, with a minimum of 48 hours per week. Every other weekend and holiday rotation are required; includes every other holiday.
- Additional Information: The unit has 8 private rooms, with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:1 or 1:2 for critical care patients; may float to Medical Surgical and Pediatric units based on census. Orientation includes 2 days of general hospital training and 1-2 days of unit-specific onboarding, depending on experience.
Benefits
- The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1331372. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus