PCU/IMC/Stepdown RN in Rapid City, South Dakota
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Rapid City, SD
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,995/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 22, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $55.42
- Weekly
- $1,995
- Yearly (full-time)
- $103,740
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $55.42/hour — 48% 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 our team in Rapid City for a 13-week contract as a Registered Nurse in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU). This role offers a rewarding opportunity to work with a variety of adult patients dealing with conditions such as CHF, ARF, hepatitis, ESLD, and more. You'll be responsible for patient assessments, cardiac rhythm interpretation, and managing vasoactive drips like Heparin, Insulin, and Cardizem. The shift is a 12-hour night schedule, providing a chance to experience the quiet beauty of the area’s clear night skies after your shift of impactful work. This assignment is perfect for experienced RNs looking to expand their skills in a supportive setting where every day brings new clinical challenges.
Weather:
Expect generally mild temperatures with seasonal variations, characterized by warm days and cooler evenings. The area often experiences clear skies, making it ideal for outdoor evening activities and enjoying the fresh mountain air.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit Mount Rushmore, just a scenic drive away, and explore the history carved into the mountain.
- Take a day trip to Badlands National Park for stunning geological formations and hiking adventures.
- Explore the Badlands Loop Road for breathtaking views and wildlife spotting.
- Discover local art galleries and attend cultural events in downtown Rapid City.
- Go on a fishing or boating excursion at Pactola Lake, a short drive from the city.
Job Specifics:
Location: Rapid City, SD
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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