Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $81 per hour in Rapid City, SD

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Rapid City
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit Location: Rapid City, SD Agency: Medical Edge Recruitment Pay: $81 per hour Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Medical Edge Recruitment to find a qualified PCU RN in Rapid City, South Dakota, 57701! Job Title: Registered Nurse - PCU Overview: Join our dynamic team as a PCU/MedSurg Registered Nurse and make a meaningful impact in a vibrant, patient-centered environment. This role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of acuity levels, from MedSurg to Intermediate Care, providing comprehensive care for diverse patient diagnoses. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, possess strong clinical skills, and are eager to support patient recovery, this is your next rewarding assignment. Pay Package: $2,280 Weekly Pay Shift: 12 hours Required Skills: Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, with prior EPIC charting proficiency Ability to read and interpret cardiac strips and manage line and drain devices Experience with insulin drips, vasoactive medications (Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Levophed, Betablockers) and titratable drips Competency in managing MedSurg and IMC patients, including wound care, line management, and medication administration Strong communication and critical thinking skills, with the ability to adapt to fluctuating patient acuity levels Current BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications Preferred Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited nursing education program Prior experience in MedSurg, Stepdown, or Neuro units Epic EMR familiarity and successful first-time traveler experience (if applicable) Other Requirements: Certified in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS Flexibility to float within adult inpatient units, including MedSurg, Neuro, Ortho, and other specialties Participate in a two-day orientation, including online modules and shift preceptorships No mandatory call shifts; potential on-call opportunities are optional Availability to work six-week schedules with weekend rotations; willingness to work up to 4 out of 6 weekends if possible Scrub color: Navy Blue Free parking available Might be asked to precept students and meet monthly audit compliance (90%) for pain management scores Preferred Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or higher preferred Extensive experience with adult inpatient care, telemetry, and complex patient management Past management of high-acuity patients, including renal, pulmonary, and cardiac cases Other Requirements: Proof of current RN license in South Dakota or appropriate state Ability to float across adult inpatient units as needed Why Choose Medical Edge? Medical Edge offers a robust support system dedicated to your success. We provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and personalized onboarding to ensure a smooth transition into your assignment. Our team is committed to advocating for your needs, offering consistent communication, and ensuring you have the resources to excel in your critical care role. Join us and experience a trusted partnership that prioritizes your professional growth and work-life balance. Embark on your next rewarding assignment with Medical Edge Recruitment—where your talent meets exceptional support. Indeed 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing As a travel nurse, you'll work in various healthcare settings, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations, medical procedures, and healthcare systems. This broadens your clinical skills and enhances your adaptability. 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. Facing new challenges regularly builds resilience. Travel nurses often become more adaptable, resilient, and confident in their abilities to handle unforeseen circumstances. Many travel nurses find permanent positions at healthcare facilities where they've completed assignments. This can be an excellent way to transition into a long-term role after exploring different options. Travel nurses can bring fresh perspectives to healthcare facilities, contributing ideas and insights that may lead to improvements in patient care, safety, and overall healthcare quality. 29364900EXPTEMP

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