Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City Regional Hospital

$2,296/week

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General Information
Beds: 56
PCU RN: Minimum Experience: 1 year
Tele RN: Minimum Experience: 1 year
LPN: 1 year
Will you accept a first-time traveler? RN: Yes, if greater than 2 years' experience
Travelers must live 100 miles away from any Monument Health facility
Previous permanent staff must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
Patient Types: Adults with a variety of diagnoses including CHF, ARF, hepatitis, ESLD, DM, DKA, pneumonia, sepsis, GI bleed, syncope, chest pain, pulmonary emboli, respiratory failure, COPD, arrhythmias, seizure disorders, overdose, and delirium tremors.
Patient Ratios: RN: PCU/Tele - 1:4 (Days & Nights), Med/Surg – 1:5 (Days & Nights), CNA: 1:8 (Days & Nights)

Job requirements

Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing; Registered Nurse (RN) - South Dakota Board of Nursing
Skills required
ICU RN qualified to float to ED
PCU RN qualified to float to ICU

Schedule information

Weekend rotation – Every other or 50% weekends per 4-week schedule. Weekends are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Holiday Expectations: Every other holiday minimum during contracted timeframe
Approval of time off? Up to 7 days. Must extend contract if unable to work a full week to accommodate a 13-week contract. No RTO during Sturgis Bike Rally (first 3 weeks every August).

Unit specific information

Comfortability working alongside an LPN/Team Nursing
Staffing model on 6th floor where med-surg pts are cohort moving toward an RN paired with an LPN
Support on the Unit
CNA (Ratio: 1:8 both Days & Nights)
Charge nurse: Yes – 2 for the unit (free-floating), 24/7
Centralized Tele Monitoring: 24/7 to assist with Tele reading and alarm notifications

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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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