RN | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) | Summer Seasonal Assignment

Posted:
7/7/2026, 9:14:16 AM

Location(s):
Montana, United States ⋅ Kalispell, Montana, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Workplace Type:
On-site

Pay:
$72k–$91k/yr

Recover Safely. Care Compassionately. Make an Impact.

Join the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) team at Logan Health Medical Center in Kalispell, Montana, and bring your nursing expertise to a specialized environment where critical thinking, clinical skill, and compassionate care help patients safely recover after surgery.

Our Mission: Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision: Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Our Core Values: Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

As a Seasonal PACU RN, you will care for patients during the important transition from the operating room to recovery, providing close monitoring, assessment, and intervention during the immediate post-anesthesia period. You’ll collaborate closely with anesthesia providers, surgeons, procedural teams, and experienced nurses to ensure safe patient outcomes and exceptional care throughout the surgical journey.

At Logan Health, we’re more than a healthcare provider — we’re a community. Located in the beautiful Flathead Valley, we are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care while fostering a supportive environment where nurses are valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference.

Why You’ll Love This Seasonal Opportunity

Make an immediate impact caring for patients during one of the most critical phases of their surgical experience.
🏔️ Live and work in Northwest Montana, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views, endless outdoor recreation, and welcoming communities throughout the Flathead Valley.
💰 Earn additional income through seasonal premium pay and completion incentives while experiencing all that Logan Health and Montana have to offer.
👩‍⚕️ Be part of a highly collaborative team where your expertise, clinical judgment, and contributions are valued.

Seasonal Agreement Details

  • Assignment Length: 13-week seasonal agreement

  • Schedule Commitment: 30 hours per week

  • Shift Expectations: Primarily three 10-hour day shifts per week

  • Call Requirement: Approximately 4–5 call shifts per month

  • Seasonal Premium Pay: 15% premium added to base pay

  • Additional Incentives:

    • $1,000 bonus after successful completion of 30 days

    • $1,000 bonus after successful completion of 60 days

    • $2,000 completion bonus at the end of the seasonal assignment

  • Differentials: Eligible shift differentials available based on scheduled hours

  • Benefits: Fitness Center discount and 401(k) eligibility available

  • Health Benefits: Not included with seasonal assignments

Seasonal assignment details are tentative and may be adjusted based on organizational and departmental needs.

What You’ll Do

As a PACU RN, you will:

  • Provide specialized nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures.

  • Complete focused assessments and continuously monitor patients during the immediate post-operative period.

  • Recognize changes in patient condition and respond quickly with appropriate interventions.

  • Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, procedural teams, and nursing colleagues to support safe transitions of care.

  • Provide education, reassurance, and support to patients and families throughout the recovery process.

  • Maintain accurate documentation while delivering care that reflects Logan Health’s commitment to safety, quality, and excellence.

Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based on departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position.

What You’ll Bring

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.

  • Recent acute care nursing experience.

  • PACU experience preferred; ICU, ED, critical care, or other high-acuity nursing experience strongly considered.

  • Strong assessment skills and the ability to care for patients with changing clinical needs.

  • Commitment to teamwork, compassionate care, and clinical excellence.

Discover Montana. Make a Difference.

Whether you’re looking for a seasonal opportunity to explore Montana, supplement your current nursing career, or bring your expertise to a new environment, Logan Health offers the opportunity to do meaningful work while enjoying everything Northwest Montana has to offer.

Come join a team where your skills are valued, your voice matters, and your care changes lives.

Shift:

Day Shift - 10 Hours (United States of America)

Schedule: 13 week assignment, 30 hours per week, 10-hour day shifts, 4-5 Call shifts/ month.

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.