ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Pierre, South Dakota
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Pierre, SD
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,420/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $67.22
- Weekly
- $2,420
- Yearly (full-time)
- $125,840
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $67.22/hour — 79% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in South Dakota ($37.53/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in South Dakota right now
- 210 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in South Dakota from 5 agencies, 2 of them in Pierre.
- Pay in these listings: $27.46 – $97.12/hour, median $63.97/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in South Dakota: $37.53/hour ($78,062/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($65.26/hour across 122 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a 13-week travel nursing contract in Pierre, South Dakota, supporting pediatric patients in a role with 12-hour rotating day and night shifts. This assignment offers a steady 36-hour weekly schedule, every-other-weekend and holiday rotation, and the opportunity to bring your clinical experience to a welcoming community. Pediatric experience is preferred, and BLS, ACLS, and an in-hand South Dakota or compact nursing license are required. Pack your scrubs and sense of adventure for a memorable assignment on the prairie.
Weather
Pierre typically offers crisp, cool weather around this time of year, with refreshing air, changing scenery, and comfortable conditions for exploring outdoors. Layered clothing and a warm jacket are recommended for cooler evenings.
Fun Things To Do
- Outdoor Adventure: Explore Pierre’s local parks, trails, and open spaces.
- History and Culture: Visit local museums and cultural attractions in Pierre.
- Waterfront Recreation: Enjoy scenic views and outdoor activities near the Missouri River.
- Day Trip: Take a scenic drive to explore nearby South Dakota landscapes and communities.
- Day Trip: Plan a full-day excursion to experience regional history, wildlife, or outdoor recreation.
Job Specifics
City and State: Pierre, South Dakota
Shift: 12-hour rotating days and nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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