American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PCU/Telemetry position requiring at least one year of nursing experience, EPIC proficiency, and an active SD or compact RN license.
Details
- Work in a 36-48 bed Medical unit with flexible semi-private rooms
- Mixed patient population spanning Med/Surg to Intermediate Care (IMC) acuity levels, including long length of stay patients
- Common diagnoses include DKA, pre/post-surgical care, cellulitis, influenza, UTIs, pneumonia, COPD, CHF, renal and hepatic failure, GI disorders, soft tissue injuries, DVTs, and occasional CVA overflow
- Administer oral, IV, IM, and SQ medications, titratable vasoactive drips, TPN/tube feeding, and blood product transfusions
- Manage peripheral IV, midline, PICC, and central line access, chest tubes, NG tubes, drains, and urinary/fecal collection devices
- Perform telemetry monitoring, cardiac strip interpretation, and preventative/restorative skin and wound care
- Patient ratios vary by pod: 1:5-6 for long length of stay, 1:5 for Med Surg/Telemetry, and 1:4 for Intermediate Care
- 12-hour day shifts totaling 48 hours per week on a 6-week rotating schedule
- Weekend rotation of up to 4 out of 6 weekends, including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
- No mandatory on-call requirement, though optional extra on-call shifts may be available
- Floating required to any adult inpatient unit including Med Surg, Ortho/Neuro/Surgical, Heart and Vascular, Oncology, and Observation, in rotation with other travelers
- Uses Epic EMR, Omnicell, and Alaris equipment
Requirements
- Active RN license (SD or Compact) currently in hand
- Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience required
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
- Completion of an approved nursing education program
- EPIC experience required, especially for first-time travelers
- Must be comfortable taking Med/Surg assignments
- Prior experience with IMC/stepdown and neuro patient populations preferred
- Ability to read and interpret cardiac telemetry strips
- Skilled in wound care, line management, and drain/tube management
- Comfortable with drip titration including Heparin, Insulin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Levophed (up to 5 mcg), and occasionally Esmolol or other antihypertensives
Additional Information
- Support staff includes CNAs (1:8 ratio), a non-patient-load charge nurse, phlebotomy, respiratory therapy, and hospitalist coverage
- Orientation includes two days of unit/department orientation and two shifts working with a preceptor
- May be expected to precept nursing students
- Monthly audits are conducted for pre/post pain scoring with a 90% compliance requirement
- Navy blue scrubs required
- Free parking available
- Time off requests up to a week and a half may be approved, with extensions required for a full week off
- Blackout dates apply from August 1-18 due to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, with no time off approved during this period
- Holiday RTO requests require manager approval, particularly around winter holidays
- Travelers must reside at least 100 miles from any Monument Health facility
- Local candidates are not accepted for this position
- Permanent staff must wait one full year before returning as a traveler
- First-time travelers will be considered if they have more than one year of experience and EPIC proficiency
American Traveler Job ID #P-748194. 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: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.