Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,692 per week

Thrive Staffing 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: 10/12/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel PCU Registered Nurse (RN) General Information We are seeking a dedicated and skilled PCU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. This nursing role offers flexibility with 36-48 beds in semi-private rooms as needed. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of nursing experience and must possess EPIC experience for first-time travelers. Patient Care Responsibilities The PCU Registered Nurse will provide care to a mixed patient population, including both Med/Surg and Intermediate Care patients. Responsibilities include: Administer various medications (oral, IV, IM, and SQ) and manage titratable vasoactive drips. Perform patient assessments and interpret telemetry readings. Manage multiple types of IV access, including peripheral IVs, midline, PICC, and central lines. Provide wound care and preventative skin care for patients. Care for patients with a wide range of diagnoses, including DKA, surgical pre/post operative care, and respiratory diseases. Patient Ratios Long length of stay (MedSurg, NO Tele): 1 RN to 5-6 patients. Med Surg/Telemetry (excludes IMC drips): 1 RN to 5 patients. Intermediate Care: 1 RN to 4 patients. Required Certifications and Qualifications BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications are required. Completion of a nursing education program approved by the board of nursing. Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Dakota. Experience with patient management, including IMC/stepdown care, neuro patients, and ability to read/interpret cardiac strips. Orientation and Support New hires will undergo a structured orientation program that includes: Two days of orientation for unit policies and procedures. Classroom instructions with the Nursing Professional Development Team. Two shifts on the unit with a preceptor. The unit is supported by a CNA with a ratio of 1:8 and resources such as respiratory therapy and hospitalists available for additional support. Scheduling and Expectations Scheduling will be conducted in 6-week cycles, with a weekend rotation that could require working up to 4 weekends in a 6-week period. Time-off requests during peak seasons will be subject to approval, with specific blackout dates in August. Additional Information Free parking is available for staff. Scrub color is navy blue. Opportunities may arise to precept student nurses. Monthly audits are conducted for pre/post pain scoring compliance. This role encompasses a comprehensive blend of patient care responsibilities, nursing support, and collaboration within the healthcare team. Interested candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply. Thrive Staffing Job ID 19025589. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:PCU,07:00:00-19:00:00 About Thrive Staffing At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.