Travel PCU RN - $2,065 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: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 18 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse (RN)

Unit Information

This unit features 56 beds and provides care for a diverse adult population with various diagnoses including congestive heart failure (CHF), acute renal failure (ARF), hepatitis, end-stage liver disease (ESLD), diabetes mellitus (DM), diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), pneumonia, sepsis, gastrointestinal bleeding, syncope, chest pain, pulmonary embolism, respiratory failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), arrhythmias, seizure disorders, overdose, and delirium tremors.

Patient Ratios

• PCU/Tele RN: 1:4 (Days & Nights)
• Med/Surg RN: 1:5 (Days & Nights)
• CNA: 1:8 (Days & Nights)

Required Certifications

• RN: BLS, ACLS required for PCU & Tele
• LPN: BLS required; ACLS preferred
• CNA: Certified CNA; BLS not required

Required Education

Completion of a nursing education program approved by the board of nursing; Registered Nurse (RN) license from the South Dakota Board of Nursing.

Skills Required

Candidates should exhibit effective verbal and written communication, thorough physical assessment capabilities, strong clinical judgment, a professional bedside manner, and be strong team players with a positive attitude and adaptability.

Role Responsibilities

The RN will be responsible for:

• Cardiac and vasoactive drip titration
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation
• IV starts and blood product administration
• Management of CIWA, drains and tubes, indwelling and straight catheter insertion/management
• Insulin drips for both DKA and non-DKA patients
• Continuous bladder irrigation and chest tube maintenance
• Providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment

Support on the Unit

• CNA support with a ratio of 1:8 for both Days & Nights
• Charge nurses available 24/7
• 24/7 phlebotomy for peripheral blood draws
• Resource nurse available as staffing allows
• Respiratory Therapy available 24/7
• Hospitalist coverage in-house 24/7
• Centralized telemonitoring available 24/7
• Violent Incident Response team available

Charting System/Equipment

Experience with Epic is preferred. Other equipment includes Alaris and Omnicell.

Floating

The RN may float to adult inpatient units including Med/Surg, Ortho/Neuro/Surgical, Heart and Vascular Unit, and ICU (depending on experience). Floating will be conducted in rotation with other travelers.

Orientation

The orientation includes 2 days of in-class/online education followed by (2) 12-hour shifts with a preceptor.

Scheduling

• Weekend rotation: every other or 50% weekends per 4-week schedule
• Holiday expectations: minimum of every other holiday during the contracted timeframe
• Approval of time off: up to 7 days
• No requests for time off during the Sturgis Bike Rally (first 3 weeks of August)

Additional Notes

Candidates may be expected to precept students. Monthly audits for Pre/Post Pain Scoring are conducted, with a requirement of 90% compliance.

Scrub Color

• RN: Navy Blue
• CNA: Cement/Light Grey

Parking

Free parking is available for all staff members.

Thrive Staffing Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.