Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Rapid City, SD
PHP
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,417/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,417/week

Description

Certification details

Required Certifications: RN: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
Required Education: RN: Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing; Registered Nurse (RN) - South Dakota Board of Nursing

Job details

General Information: 64 beds spread across 2 floors
Required experience? Intermediate/Stepdown Level RN: 1 year of nursing experience required
Will you accept a first-time traveler? Yes, if greater than 1 year of experience
1st-time traveler MUST have EPIC experience
Travelers must live 100 miles away from any Monument Health facility
Permanent staff must wait 1 full year before returning as a traveler
Patient Types: This is a mixed acuity unit meaning there will be Intermediate Care acuity as well as Tele and MedSurg – please ensure traveler understands
Surgical: Urology, prostatectomy, bowel obstruction, mass removal, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, general abdominal surgeries
Ortho: Total joints (knees/hips/shoulders), Ortho Trauma – External fixation, soft tissue injury and minor fractures
Neuro/Spine: CVA/TIA with Neuro Vascular Intervention – coiling, clipping, potentially thrombectomy (may go to ICU but if they are stable could come back to ONS) – modified ratios with this patient (CRN/flex RN will help to manage in immediate post-op)
Seizures/Epilepsy, brain tumor, hematoma, brain aneurysm, arteriovenous malformation, AV Fistula, craniotomies with burr holes and/or shunts, Halos, Flaps
Spinal Surgical - Laminectomies, Fusions, Discectomies
General Medical: cellulitis, influenza, COVID, pneumonia, COPD, CHF, renal failure with or without the need for hemodialysis, hepatic failure, rib fracture, gastrointestinal disorders and infections, DVTs, UTIs
Wound care/Wound debridement, telemetry monitored patients
Patient Ratios: RN: PCU: 1:4 (even for MedSurg assignments), CNA: 1:8
Floating: Any Adult Inpatient Unit - Med Surg, Ortho/Neuro/Surgical, Heart and Vascular Unit, Oncology, Observation
Orientation: 2 days of unit/department orientation including policies, protocols, department information, online learnings. Also, classroom time with our Nursing Professional Development Team.
2 orientation shifts on the unit working with a preceptor

Job requirements

Required experience? Intermediate/Stepdown Level RN: 1 year of nursing experience required
1st-time traveler MUST have EPIC experience
Previous experience with our types of patients above, including IMC/stepdown acuity and Neuro
Skills required: Intermediate/Stepdown RN: Comfortability to take MedSurg assignments – please decline if not
Ability to read/interpret cardiac strips, chest tubes, trach care (no fresh traches), NGT tube placement and management, JP drains, line management – PICC/Midline/CVL/PIV placement, wound vacs (Wound Care RN will change out the vac but RN must know how to assess and will need to change to wet/dry dressing in case of malfunction), wound care/dressing changes, medication administration, TPN/tube feeding, blood product transfusions, urinary and fecal collection devices
Drip titration of medications – Heparin, Insulin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Levophed (up to 5 mcg), occasionally esmolol drips (will train if traveler has not done these) or other Betablockers or other antihypertensives

Schedule information

Scheduling: 6-week schedules
Weekend rotation: Travelers could be scheduled for up to 4 out of the 6 weekends, which include Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Please include in offer if traveler is open to working every weekend (WOW) as this may be a possibility
Will they be on call? No mandatory call time. If it is an extra shift on top of their already guaranteed hours, and we have enough staff then they could be placed on call for that shift
Holiday Expectations: must be RTO request prior to offer – at this time Holiday RTO is not being accepted
Approval of time off? Able to approve 1.5 weeks off – must extend contract to accommodate a full 13-week contract
Blackout dates from August 1-18th due to our Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. No time off is approved during this time.

Unit specific information

Support on the Unit: Pod structure for the unit – 8 patients per pod; staffed with 2 RNs and 1 Nurse Aide
Charge nurse: Two charge nurses for ONS that do not take a patient load (1 dedicated to each floor)
Flex Nurse – staffed daily 10a-10p
Phlebotomy? Yes
IV/VAT Team? No
Resource Nurse during Dayshift/varied hours – Nurse Clinician support available
RT: Yes
Hospitalist: Yes

Additional Details

Scrub Color: Navy Blue
Free Parking
Audits are done monthly for Pre/Post pain scoring-Must meet 90% compliance with audits.

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My review isn’t about the recruiter at all. The position for Rochester, NY psychiatry, I don’t recommend this position. It turns into 60 hours of straight pay, they take advantage of their travelers, no weekends off, 5-6 days a week depending on when they want to put you on call. They schedule you 5 days a week to tell you it’s only 4 however your agency will pay you for the 60 hours, which isn’t what anyone signs up for. They don’t tell you that you have to work 60 hours of on call until you get there. You will work 5-6 days a week here.

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At PHP, you are always the first focus! For us, it isn’t simply about hiring staff, it’s about building a solid family of healthcare professionals by expanding their premium employment opportunities, guiding them through every step of the process, and providing them with the highest compensation and best benefit packages in the industry. With over 20 years of experience, travel contracts in all 50 states and internationally, and many industry awards and recognitions, Premier Healthcare Professionals focuses on quality, not quantity. That is our commitment!

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About Rapid City, SD

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Rapid City, SD here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Rapid City's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

The average high in summer is around 85°F, while the average low in winter is around 16°F, so be prepared for a wide range of temperatures throughout the year.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals are relatively easy to find in Rapid City, with options ranging from apartments to fully furnished homes, especially in the downtown area.

Transportation

Rapid City is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and plenty of parking.
Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Rapid City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Rapid City offers a variety of activities, including numerous restaurants offering local and international cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, sports events, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and exploring nearby national parks.

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