Travel PCU​/Tele RN

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

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/25/2026
• Duration:
  14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 25, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit position requiring 1+ years of PCU/Tele experience, ACLS/BLS certification, and a South Dakota or compact RN license.

• 56-bed Progressive Care Unit in a hospital setting
• Cares 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
• RN to patient ratio of 1:4 on PCU/Tele and 1:5 on Med/Surg for both day and night shifts
• 12-hour day shifts with weekend rotation of every other or 50% weekends (Friday-Sunday) per 4-week schedule
• Not scheduled for on-call hours but may be placed on call for low census situations
• Holiday coverage required every other holiday during the contract
• Floating required to Med Surg, Ortho/Neuro/Surgical, Heart and Vascular Unit, Oncology, ICU (based on experience), and Observation, in rotation with other travelers
• Uses Epic (preferred), Alaris, and Omnicell
• Required to attend huddles prior to shift start at 0625 and 1825

• Active RN license (South Dakota or Compact) required
• Current BLS and ACLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of PCU or Tele nursing experience required (candidates with less than 1.5 years require manager approval)
• Completion of an approved nursing education program required
• Experience with cardiac and vasoactive drip titration preferred, including Heparin, Insulin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, and Levophed
• Skilled in cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV starts, blood product administration, CIWA protocol, drain/tube management, catheter insertion and management, insulin drip management, continuous bladder irrigation, and chest tube maintenance
• Strong clinical judgment, physical assessment skills, and professional bedside manner required
• Comfortable working in a team nursing model alongside LPNs with potential task swapping

• Provide direct patient care including medication administration, drip titration, wound care, and clinical assessments
• Unit supported by 24/7 charge nurses, phlebotomy for peripheral draws, respiratory therapy, in-house hospitalists, and centralized tele monitoring
• Flex resource RN assists with admissions, discharges, transfers, and task items as staffing allows
• May be expected to precept nursing students
• Monthly audits conducted for pre/post pain scoring with a 90% compliance requirement
• Navy blue scrubs required for RNs
• Orientation includes 2 days of in-class/online education followed by two 12-hour preceptor shifts
• Up to 7 days of requested time off allowed, with contract extension required to maintain a full 13-week schedule
• No time off approved during the first three weeks of August due to the Sturgis Bike Rally
• First-time travelers with more than 2 years of experience will be considered
• Previous permanent staff must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Must reside more than 100 miles from any Monument Health facility to be eligible
• Free parking available on-site

American Traveler Job  #P-748548. 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.