Travel PCU/HVU RN - $2,925 per week

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: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, flexible
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Variable, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PCU/HVU position in Rapid City, SD, requiring at least 1 year of PCU-specific experience and proficiency with cardiac procedural recovery and titratable drips.

Details

• 44-bed mixed acuity unit (Intermediate Care, Telemetry, and Med/Surg) serving as a step-down, backup stroke unit, and medical overflow
• Patient population includes direct admits, ED admits, post-cath lab, MI/NSTEMI/STEMI, CHF, dysrhythmia management, pacemaker malfunction, epicardial pacers, post-CABG, post-TAVR, post-EP studies, and post-pacemaker insertion
• RN-to-patient ratio is typically 1:4, adjustable to 1:3 based on acuity
• 12-hour variable shifts, 48 hours per week
• Weekend rotation every other weekend; no on-call requirements
• Holiday coverage required on a rotating every-other basis
• Floating may occur to the sister General PCU unit, as well as Med/Surg Tele or ICU to care for PCU-level patients, within scope of practice
• Charting system: Epic (experience preferred; manager approval required if not experienced)
• Equipment includes Alaris infusion pumps and Omnicell medication dispensing
• Tele tech oversees cardiac monitoring; RN confirms strips at 6a and 6p

Requirements

• Active SD RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• 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)
• Proficiency with titratable cardiac/vasoactive drips (Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitro, Levo, Dopamine), Heparin drips, and MI pharmacology
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation skills required
• Chest tube management experience required
• TNK administration experience preferred
• 2 professional references dated within the past year required for consideration
• DOB and SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Unit support includes CNAs (1:5–8 ratio), an unassigned charge nurse, phlebotomy for peripheral blood draws, RT available 24/7, and a hospitalist in-facility 24/7
• Resource nurse available occasionally; no IV/VAT team on unit
• Orientation consists of 2 partial days of education followed by 3 supervised 12-hour shifts on the unit
• May be expected to precept nursing students
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Free parking available on-site
• RTO of up to 7 days is permitted; a full week off requires a contract extension
• No time off approved during the first 3 weeks of August annually (Sturgis Bike Rally period)
• First-time travelers are considered with 2 or more years of nursing experience
• Former permanent staff must wait 1 full year before returning as a traveler
• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from any facility in the health system to be eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-730982. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.