Travel Contract

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

$2,231-2,417/week

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Job details

PCU RN: Minimum Experience: 1 year, Tele RN: Minimum Experience: 1 year, LPN: 1 year experience must include some Telemetry experience, Will accept a first-time traveler if RN has greater than 2 years’ experience, LPN: No exceptions, Travelers must live 100 miles away from any Monument Health facility, Previous permanent staff must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler, Adults with a variety of diagnoses, Patient Ratios for RN, CNA, Required Education: Completion of a nursing education program, Skills required outside of this specialty, Comfortability working alongside an LPN/Team Nursing

Job requirements

Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing; Registered Nurse (RN) - South Dakota Board of Nursing

Schedule information

Weekend rotation - Every other or 50% weekends per 4-week schedule, Weekends are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Travelers are not scheduled On Call hours, but may be placed On Call related to Low Census if hours are over guaranteed weekly hours OR traveler requests to be low censused On Call, Holiday Expectations: Every other holiday minimum during contracted timeframe, Approval of time off? Up to 7 days

Additional Details

Audits are done monthly for Pre/Post Pain Scoring – must meet 90% compliance, Scrub Color: RN: Navy Blue, CNA: Cement/Light Grey, Free Parking

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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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