Registered Nurse - Acute Care

Posted:
7/10/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Cut Bank, Montana, United States ⋅ Montana, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Job Description Summary:

Choosing to live in Cut Bank, Montana, and work as an RN in the acute care department at a Critical Access Hospital offers a blend of professional fulfillment and natural splendor. You'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact on the healthcare of a close-knit community, providing personalized care to patients. Just a short drive away is the stunning Glacier National Park, offering endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, from hiking and camping to wildlife viewing. The town's welcoming atmosphere and slower pace of life contribute to a balanced lifestyle, making it an ideal location for both professional growth and personal well-being.

This position provides professional nursing care to include, but not limited to; assessments, implementing and evaluating care plans, and coordinates care with other disciplines. Services pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.

Qualifications:

  • Graduate of RN program from an accredited school of Nursing required.
  • BSN preferred.
  • Current MT Licensure/Current NLC that includes MT RN Licensure.
  • Current BLS required.
  • NRP and ACLS must be successfully obtained within twelve (12) months of hire.
  • PALS must be successfully obtained within twenty-four (24) months of hire.
  • TNCC and/or ENCP and STABLE must be successfully obtained within thirty (30) months of hire.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of acute or critical care experience preferred.

Job Specific Duties:

  • Performs assessment of the patient on admission in accordance with hospital policies and procedures and Unit specific standards.  Exhibits ability to continually assess and reassess each patient, identifying problems, implementing interventions and evaluating patients’ response.
  • Obtains appropriate authorizations and consents for treatments.  Maintains patient confidentiality and exhibits respect for patient dignity at all times. 
  • Adheres to policies and procedures directing the administration of and proper documentation of medications and intravenous therapy.  Performs reassessment and documentation of patients’ response to medication on unit specific nursing notes.
  • Documents patient assessment and treatments into computerized documentation system, as required by law, in a timely and continual manner.
  • Communicates with patient and/or medical advocate accurate and timely information on the course of treatment, educational resources, or other medical information that is appropriate.
  • Clearly and accurately, communicate with nurses, physicians, administration and the public.
  • Administers therapeutic injections, venipuncture, or other IV therapies, performs blood pressure checks, inhalation therapy, catheterization, dressing changes, and other procedures within the scope of nursing practice and as ordered by the provider.  Continually informs provider of unusual changes in patient status.
  • Complies with all infection control and safety policies and procedures. Disposes of bio-hazardous materials as instructed.  Performs daily and weekly environmental cleaning and equipment quality control and maintenance as required.
  • Maintains appropriate levels of supplies for all areas associated with patient care, including ordering supplies, and stocking supplies. 
  • Adheres to the code of professional nursing; maintaining current, thorough knowledge of nursing practices and procedures.  Participates in and obtains continuing education classes and programs consistent with the level and area of practice including, but not limited to:
    • Chest tube competence
    • Monitor/Defibrillator competence
    • Hemodynamic Education
    • Central Line Education
    • Wound Vac Education
  • Precepts/Assists with the orientation of new personnel.
  • As applicable to assigned area(s): Will be oriented to OR/OB Circulator duties and perform as assigned by nursing leadership.
  • Complies with all Federal and State regulations as they pertain to the position and scope of practice.

The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification.  Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.  Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.  Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

Shift:

Night Shift - 12 Hours (United States of America)

Schedule Details:

Please know schedules and shifts are subject to change based on patient care and department/organizational needs.

Schedule:

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week.  Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

  • Criminal background check

  • Reference checks

  • Drug Screening

  • Health and Immunizations Screening

  • Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.