TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Rapid City, South Dakota, 57701 About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse - PCU Job Specialty: Ortho Neuro Surgical Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12 Hour Days Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Experience: Intermediate/Stepdown Level RN; 1 year of nursing experience required License: Registered Nurse (RN) - South Dakota Board of Nursing Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Must-Have: EPIC experience for first-time travelers Job Description: - Work in a 64-bed unit with a mix of acuity levels, including Intermediate Care, Telemetry, and MedSurg. - Care for a variety of patient types including surgical (urology, general abdominal surgeries), orthopedic (total joints, ortho trauma), neuro/spine (CVA/TIA, seizures/epilepsy, brain tumors), and general medical (cellulitis, pneumonia, COPD, COVID-19). - Handle surgical post-operative care including spinal surgeries like laminectomies and fusions. - Administer wound care and monitor telemetry patients. - Maintain patient ratios of 1:4 for assignments. - Utilize skills in cardiac strip interpretation, chest tube management, trach care, and line management (PICC/Midline/CVL/PIV). - Perform drip titration for medications such as Heparin, Insulin, and select beta-blockers. - Work within a pod structure with support from CNAs, flex nurses, charge nurses, and resource nurses. - Charting system experience with Epic is strongly preferred. - Potential for floating to various adult inpatient units within scope of practice. - Participate in a comprehensive 2-day orientation with additional unit-specific training shifts. Additional Notes: - Navy blue scrub color is required. - Compliance with audits for pre/post pain scoring is necessary. - Must be open to working weekends, potential every weekend assignment, and adherence to holiday time-off requirements. - Blackout dates may apply during specific local events. 26099491EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS - AHA Core Competency PALS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam TNCC 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. Constantly adapting to new environments and healthcare facilities challenges you to expand your knowledge and skills. This dynamic nature of travel nursing contributes significantly to your professional growth. Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Some travel nursing agencies provide opportunities for continuing education, allowing you to expand your knowledge base and stay updated on the latest advancements in healthcare. Travel nurses may find themselves in challenging situations that require effective crisis management. This experience can be valuable in emergency healthcare settings and disaster response teams.