PCU RN Job in Bismarck, ND

You will work as a registered nurse in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at CHI St Alexius Health Bismarck Medical Center. This is a 91-day travel assignment beginning October 19, 2026, with 3x12 night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM). Your weekly pay is $2,250.

Your Responsibilities

• Care for adult and geriatric patients with diagnoses including cardiac catheterization, EP studies, pacemakers, ETOH withdrawal, COVID BiPAP support, post-surgical cardiac cases, pneumonia, acute-on-chronic conditions, influenza, and sepsis
• Titrate drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Heparin, Nitro, Nipride, Lasix, and low-dose Dopamine
• Read and interpret telemetry strips independently
• Operate respiratory equipment including BiPAP, trachs, and Airvo
• Float to PCU for full patient load, medical/surgical units for full assignment, and occasional ER holds/boarding
• Manage nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4–5 on day shifts and 1:5–6 on nights; PCU overflow care at 1:3

Unit Support and Environment

• Charge nurse available on all shifts with light patient load of 2–3 patients
• Nurse aides and patient care techs with goal ratio of 1:10
• Telemetry portable and room monitors with monitor tech at nurses' station
• Epic charting system (preferred)
• Any color scrubs permitted

Scheduling

• Every other weekend requirement
• Every other holiday requirement
• 48-hour shift blocks available
• First to float when needed
• 2 orientation shifts (12 hours each)

Requirements

• Valid RN license
• PCU experience required
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac strips
• Tele/cardiac nursing background strongly preferred
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• BSN not required
• First-time travelers welcome