Travel PCU RN - $2,218 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota.

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring at least 1.5 years of general nursing experience and 1 year in PCU, with a South Dakota or compact RN license.

• Work in a 44-bed mixed acuity Progressive Care Unit (PCU) providing Intermediate Care, Telemetry, and Med Surg level care
• Care for direct admits, ED admits, and post Cath Lab patients
• Manage MI, NSTEMI, STEMI, CHF, dysrhythmias, pacemaker malfunctions, and epicardial pacers
• Serve as backup for the Stroke unit and Medical Overflow
• Provide step-down level care for post cardiac/vascular surgery, post-cardiac cath, post open heart surgery, post TAVR, post EP studies, and post pacemaker insertion patients
• RN to patient ratio of 1:4, occasionally 1:3 based on acuity
• CNA support at a ratio of 1:5-8 depending on shift
• 24/7 RT support and hospitalist coverage in facility
• Tele tech oversees cardiac monitoring with RN confirming strips twice daily
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris pumps, and Omnicell systems
• 12-hour day shifts, 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• Holiday coverage required every other holiday
• No on-call requirements
• Floating primarily to sister General PCU unit, with possible floating to MS/Tele or ICU within scope of practice

• Active RN license (South Dakota or Compact) required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Completion of an accredited nursing education program
• Minimum 1.5 years of general nursing experience with at least 1 year specific to PCU
• Experience with cardiac procedural recovery (CABG, TAVR, post cardiac cath) required
• Knowledge of MI pharmacology and titratable cardiac/vasoactive drips (Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitro, Levophed, Dopamine)
• Experience with Heparin drips, cardiac rhythm interpretation, and chest tube management required
• TNK administration experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• First-time travelers considered only with 2+ years of experience

• May be asked to precept nursing students
• Orientation includes two partial days of education and three 12-hour shifts on the unit
• Navy blue scrub color required
• Free parking provided
• Up to 7 days of time off approved, with a full week off requiring an extended stay
• No time off approved during the first three weeks of August annually due to a local event
• Travelers must reside at least 100 miles from any facility within the health system
• Permanent staff must wait a full year before returning as a traveler
• Facility is known for being traveler-friendly and frequently renews traveler contracts

American Traveler Job  #P-747459. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Telemetry
- Progressive Care Unit

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.