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Job description
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: 12/21/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Dec 21, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Progressive Care Unit position requiring an active SD or compact RN license and at least 1 year of PCU or telemetry experience.
Details
Work in a 56-bed Progressive Care Unit within a hospital setting
Care for adult patients with diagnoses including CHF, ARF, hepatitis, ESLD, DM, DKA, pneumonia, sepsis, GI bleed, syncope, chest pain, pulmonary emboli, respiratory failure, COPD, arrhythmias, seizure disorders, overdose, and delirium tremens
PCU/Tele patient ratio of 1:4 (Days & Nights); Med/Surg ratio of 1:5 (Days & Nights)
12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week
Weekend rotation required (every other or 50% of weekends per 4-week schedule, Friday-Sunday)
Not scheduled for on-call hours, though may be placed on-call for low census situations
Uses Epic (preferred), Alaris, and Omnicell
May float to Med Surg, Ortho/Neuro/Surgical, Heart and Vascular, Oncology, ICU (based on experience), or Observation units within scope of practice
Floating occurs in rotation with other travelers
PCU RNs may float to ICU; ICU RNs may float to ED
Requirements
Active RN license (SD or compact) required
Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
Minimum 1 year of PCU or telemetry RN experience required
Completion of an approved nursing education program required
Cardiac rhythm interpretation skills required
Experience with IV starts, blood product administration, and CIWA protocols required
Skilled in drain/tube management, catheter insertion and management, and continuous bladder irrigation
Chest tube maintenance experience required
Insulin drip management experience required (DKA and non-DKA)
Cardiac and vasoactive drip titration experience preferred (including Heparin, Insulin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, and Levophed)
Strong clinical judgment, physical assessment skills, and professional bedside manner required
Comfortable working in a team nursing model alongside LPNs with shared patient care responsibilities
Additional Information
Must reside at least 100 miles from any Monument Health facility to be eligible for this position
Previous permanent staff must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
First-time travelers welcome to apply if they have more than 2 years of experience
Unit support includes 24/7 charge nurses, phlebotomy for peripheral draws, respiratory therapy, and in-house hospitalists
Resource/Flex RN available to assist with admissions, discharges, transfers, and tasks as staffing allows
24/7 centralized telemetry monitoring team assists with alarm notifications
Violent incident response team available for support
Orientation includes 2 days of in-class/online education plus two 12-hour precepted shifts
Attendance at mandatory huddles required prior to shift start at 0625 and 1825 in the 7th floor conference room
Holiday coverage required every other holiday during the contract period
Up to 7 days of time off approved, though contract extension required if unable to work a full week
No time off approved during the Sturgis Bike Rally (first 3 weeks of August)
May be expected to precept nursing students
Monthly audits conducted for pre/post pain scoring compliance, requiring 90% compliance
Navy blue scrubs required for RNs
Free parking available
Facility is noted as very traveler-friendly with strong renewal rates
American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.
Worksite address
rapid city, SD, 57700, US
Who can apply
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