Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit - $2,209 per week in Rapid City, SD

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Rapid City
Posted on: February 25, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Location: Rapid City, SD Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,209 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 3/23/2026 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 Nights Hours per Shift: 36 Experience: Minimum 1.5 years PICU RN experience License: Registered Nurse - Board of Nursing Certifications: BLS, PALS, NIHSS Must-Have: Must be comfortable working in both General Pediatrics and PICU. Proficient in physical assessment of patients, ages 0 to adult. Ability to evaluate patient symptoms and associated vital signs. Experience in administering medications as prescribed. Educate patients and families on care plans. Proficient in using the EPIC charting system. Ability to titrate drips and care for mechanically ventilated patients. Description: This role involves working in a 15-bed Pediatric Unit and a 5-bed PICU. The RN will care for patients aged 0-18 years and adult overflow/visiting patients. Common diagnoses include respiratory illness, diabetes, septicemia, cellulitis, hyperbilirubinemia, neglect/abuse, mental health issues, trauma, neurology, and general surgeries. General surgeries may span ENT, gastrointestinal, urological, orthopedic, neurosurgery, and trauma cases. In PICU, the RN will treat critically ill or intensive care patients. The most common conditions include acute and chronic respiratory insufficiency, circulatory failure, infectious diseases leading to organ dysfunction, endocrine and metabolic disorders, neurologic diseases, toxic exposures, trauma, and hematologic/oncologic diseases. Patient ratios in General Pediatrics can be 1:5. In PICU, the patient load may be 1:1 or 1:2. Support staff includes a charge nurse, CNA, phlebotomy, and a resource nurse. RNs will start their own IVs and may access ultrasound for difficult placements. Additional support includes pediatric pharmacy, social work, and case management. The culture is described as friendly and supportive, focusing on learning and growth. Weekends will be scheduled on an alternating basis. Time off requires pre-approval. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new environments, team dynamics, and patient populations fosters adaptability. This skill is transferable to various aspects of life and is highly valued in the healthcare profession. Different healthcare facilities may have varying nursing policies and procedures. Adapting to these variations helps you understand the importance of compliance and the rationale behind different policies. Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery. In times of public health crises, travel nurses often play essential roles in vaccination campaigns, disease control efforts, and other initiatives that contribute to the well-being of communities. 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 29404699EXPTEMP

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