Travel Progressive Care/Telemetry RN - $2,164 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: 05/04/2026
• 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: May 4, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position in Rapid City, SD, requiring at least 1 year of PCU or telemetry experience and proficiency in cardiac rhythm interpretation and vasoactive drip titration.

• 56-bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in an inpatient hospital setting
• Adult patient population with diverse 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 tremors
• RN patient ratio of 1:4 on PCU/Telemetry (days and nights)
• 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation required — approximately every other weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)
• Floating required in rotation with other travelers to adult inpatient units including Med/Surg, Ortho/Neuro/Surgical, Heart and Vascular, Oncology, ICU (experience-dependent), and Observation
• Epic EMR used (experience preferred)
• Alaris infusion pumps and Omnicell medication dispensing systems used
• Centralized telemetry monitoring available 24/7 for tele reading and alarm notifications
• Pre-shift huddles required at 6:25 AM or 6:25 PM in the 7th floor conference room

• Active RN license — South Dakota (SD) or Compact license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of PCU or telemetry RN experience required
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation skills required
• Proficiency in vasoactive and cardiac drip titration required (Heparin, Insulin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Levophed, and occasionally Esmolol or other beta-blockers/antihypertensives)
• Skills required: IV starts, blood product administration, CIWA protocol, drain/tube management, indwelling and straight catheter insertion/management, insulin drips (DKA and non-DKA), continuous bladder irrigation, and chest tube maintenance
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Must reside at least 100 miles from any Monument Health facility to be eligible for this position
• 2 professional references dated within the past year required for consideration
• DOB and SSN required for consideration

• Unit support includes CNAs (1:8 ratio), two free-floating charge nurses available 24/7, a flex resource RN, respiratory therapy 24/7, 24/7 in-house hospitalist coverage, phlebotomy services 24/7 (peripheral draws only), and a violent incident response team
• Orientation consists of 2 days of in-class/online education followed by two 12-hour precepted shifts
• Every other holiday coverage required during the contracted timeframe
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be approved; no RTO permitted during the Sturgis Bike Rally (first 3 weeks of August)
• PCU RNs may be expected to float to the ICU based on experience
• May occasionally be asked to precept students
• Monthly audits conducted for pre/post pain scoring — 90% compliance required
• RN scrub color is navy blue
• Free parking available on-site
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply with more than 2 years of RN experience
• Candidates who were previously permanent staff must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-693447. 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.