Travel Progressive Care Unit RN (MedSurg/Telemetry/Stepdown) - $2,344 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance day 1

401(k) match

Housing stipend

Travel and licensure reimbursement

Non-taxed per diem

Free parking

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for a PCU position in Rapid City, SD. The assignment is 13 weeks long with 12-hour day shifts, totaling 36 hours per week, and involves telemetry and Epic EMR usage.

Requirements include an SD or compact RN license, at least 1 year PCU experience, and BLS/ACLS/NIHSS certs. First-time travelers accepted with Epic experience; benefits include day-one health insurance and other stipends.

Qualifications

• SD or compact RN license required.
• Minimum of 1 year recent PCU RN experience.
• Epic experience required.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS.
• Telemetry proficiency and Epic system experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Medical PCU of a hospital.
• Care for a mixed adult population: 90% Med/Surg, 10% IMC.
• Manage IV meds, titratable drips, and blood products.
• Read and interpret cardiac telemetry strips.
• Use Epic EMR and Omnicell.

Education

RN license SD or compact

Tools

Epic EMR

Omnicell

Alaris

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
• Start Date: 12/29/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring a SD or compact RN license and proficiency with telemetry and Epic.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Medical PCU of a hospital setting
• Care for a mixed adult patient population: 90% Med/Surg, 10% Intermediate Care, including long length-of-stay patients
• Common conditions include DKA with insulin drips, pre/post-surgical care, respiratory and cardiac conditions, renal and hepatic failure, GI disorders, minor trauma, and CVA overflow
• Patient ratios: Med/Surg/NO Tele 1:5-6, Med/Surg/Tele 1:5, Intermediate Care 1:4, with assignment in 10-12 patient pods
• Handle oral, IV, IM, SQ meds, titratable vasoactive drips, TPN/tube feeding, and blood product transfusions
• Manage peripheral IVs, midlines, PICCs, central lines, chest tubes, nasogastric tubes, and various drains
• Telemetry monitoring required; nurses must read and interpret cardiac strips
• Uses Epic EMR (experience required), Omnicell, and Alaris
• 12-hour day shifts with 36 hours per week and weekend rotation; up to 4 of 6 weekends may be scheduled
• No mandatory call; may be placed on call for extra shifts only
• Floating required to any adult inpatient unit within scope, including Med/Surg, Ortho/Neuro/Surgical, Heart & Vascular, Oncology, and Observation
• First-time travelers accepted if they meet experience and Epic requirements
• Two days of orientation including facility and department onboarding, plus two precepted shifts
• Work with support from charge nurses (non-assigned), CNAs (1:8), phlebotomy, RT, and on-site hospitalists
• Audits for pain scoring compliance; expected to maintain at least 90% compliance
• Navy blue scrub color required
• Free parking provided
• Potential to work alongside students in a teaching hospital environment
• Holiday RTO requests may be limited; blackout dates apply for annual local events

Requirements

• Active SD or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 1 year recent PCU RN experience
• Epic experience required (especially for first-time travelers)
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Formal nursing education approved by a board of nursing
• Comfortable with both Med/Surg and IMC patient assignments, including drip titration for heparin, insulin, Cardizem, amiodarone, Levophed (up to 5 mcg), and select other antihypertensives
• Must live at least 100 miles from any Monument Health facility
• Former permanent staff must wait one year before returning as a traveler
• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-646406. 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

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.