Registered Nurse (RN) - Post-Surgical
About The Position
Community Medical Center is hiring a Post-Surgical Registered Nurse for its extended-stay unit. The RN will care for patients recovering from orthopedic and other procedures in a supportive, collaborative environment, working alongside nurses, surgeons, and therapists to help patients regain mobility, manage pain, and recover successfully. The position is scheduled for day shifts from 0700 to 1900, three 12-hour shifts per week, with every third weekend and holiday rotation per union contract. The RN provides safe, high-quality nursing care, develops and evaluates individualized care plans, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, educates patients and families, advocates for patients, and maintains regular and reliable attendance. Community Medical Center is a 151-bed hospital in Missoula, Montana, and part of Lifepoint Health.
Requirements
- Current Montana RN license or Compact RN License with Montana endorsement.
- Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing school.
- BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
- ACLS certification within 1 year of hire.
- Minimum of 1 year of acute care nursing experience.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- 2–3 years of acute care nursing experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care to patients with diverse post-surgical needs.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote positive patient outcomes.
- Educate patients and families on treatments, medications, and discharge plans.
- Advocate for patients while fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and excellence in care.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Benefits
- Eligible differentials: $5/hour for night shift and $3.50/hour for weekend; Charge RN and certification pay if eligible.
- Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid family leave and paid time off.
- Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
- Loan assistance.
- 401(k) retirement package with company match.
- Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
- Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
