PCU/IMC/Stepdown RN in Rapid City, South Dakota
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Rapid City, SD
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,720/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 22, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $75.56
- Weekly
- $2,720
- Yearly (full-time)
- $141,440
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $75.56/hour — 101% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in South Dakota ($37.53/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in South Dakota right now
- 228 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in South Dakota from 5 agencies, 115 of them in Rapid City.
- Pay in these listings: $27.46 – $132/hour, median $63.67/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in South Dakota: $37.53/hour ($78,062/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($65.26/hour across 122 jobs).
Job description
Join us for a 13-week travel contract at a vibrant medical center in Rapid City, South Dakota, where you'll step into a role that combines expertise with a touch of adventure. As a registered nurse in the PCU, you'll provide care for adults facing a variety of diagnoses such as CHF, pneumonia, sepsis, and respiratory failure—think of it as a battleground of health, where your skills truly shine. You'll work 12-hour night shifts, helping to ensure smooth patient flow while enjoying the unique challenge of floating across different units like Med/Surg, Ortho/Neuro/Surgical, or even the ICU—if you're up for it. The assignment offers a rewarding chance to refine your skills in cardiac rhythm interpretation, vasoactive drip titration, and complex patient assessments, all while working with a supportive team.
Weather:
Expect generally pleasant weather around this time of year, with mild temperatures and plenty of sunshine to enjoy during your off hours. It's a great season for exploring the outdoors and taking in the scenic beauty of South Dakota.
Fun Things To Do:
- Day Trip to Badlands National Park for breathtaking views and hiking
- Visit Mount Rushmore and learn about its history
- Explore the charming downtown of Rapid City with its local shops and eateries
- Tour Crazy Horse Memorial, an important Native American cultural site
- Enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing or kayaking at Pactola Lake
Job Specifics:
Location: Rapid City, South Dakota
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
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