Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit - $3,360 per week in Rapid City, SD

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Rapid City
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Location: Rapid City, SD Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $3,360 per week Shift Information: 4 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 1/26/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PICU RN in Rapid City, South Dakota, 57701! Job Title: Registered Nurse - PICU Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Pediatrics Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12 Hour Variable Hours per Shift: 48 Experience: 1.5 years of PICU RN experience required License: Registered Nurse - South Dakota Board of Nursing Certifications: BLS, PALS, NIHSS Must-Have: Completion of a nursing education program approved by a board of nursing Proficient use of EPIC charting system Ability to titrate drips and care for mechanically ventilated patients Strong skills in physical assessment of patients of all ages Ability to evaluate patient symptoms and associated vital signs Experience in administering medications as prescribed Capable of educating patients and families on the plan of care Description: 15 bed Pediatric Unit; 5 Bed PICU Will work through both General Pediatrics and PICU Patient ages range from 0-18 years and may include adult overflow Common diagnoses include respiratory illness, diabetes, septicemia, cellulitis, hyperbilirubinemia, neglect/abuse, mental health issues, trauma, neurology, and general surgeries General surgeries may include ear/nose/throat, gastrointestinal, urological, orthopedics, neurosurgery, and trauma PICU patients require critical or intensive care services Common conditions in the Advanced Care Pediatrics Unit include acute and chronic respiratory insufficiency, circulatory failure, infectious diseases, endocrine and metabolic disorders, neurologic diseases, toxic ingestions/exposures, trauma, and hematologic and oncologic diseases Patient ratios: RN General Pediatrics - 1:5, PICU: 1:1-2 CNA to RN ratio is 1:5 Charge nurse coverage for both units Phlebotomy performed by RNs and Nurse Aids RNs start their own IVs with ultrasound assistance for difficult cases Support available includes Nurse Clinician/Nurse Educator and Case Management Pediatric Pharmacy and Pediatric Social Work available on-site Weekend rotation: every other weekend Holiday expectations: all staff expected to work holidays Time off must be pre-approved Work culture promotes a supportive and friendly environment with opportunities for growth Scrub color is navy 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Different facilities may use various healthcare technologies and electronic health record systems. Exposure to these technologies enhances your proficiency in adapting to different digital healthcare platforms. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. In some assignments, travel nurses may have opportunities to participate in health education initiatives, promoting preventive care and wellness in the community. Travel nursing offers flexibility in terms of assignment duration and location. You can choose short-term or long-term assignments, and the flexibility allows for a better work-life balance. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 28862554EXPTEMP

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