RN / Charge RN | Surgical Oncology Unit

Logan Health Medical Center•Kalispell, MT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Logan Health is hiring a Staff Registered Nurse for its Surgical & Oncology Unit. The RN provides safe, compassionate, evidence-based care to patients with complex medical, surgical, and oncology needs, including patients receiving inpatient chemotherapy and those recovering from complex procedures. The role includes charge nurse responsibilities when assigned based on staffing, operational needs, and leadership direction; other shifts may consist entirely of regular Staff RN duties. The unit serves patients in Orthopedics, Neurology, Thoracic, Urology, and Surgical Oncology. Nurses work with physicians and interdisciplinary partners to coordinate care, support positive outcomes, and contribute to a collaborative culture of nursing excellence. The position is scheduled for 36 hours per week across three 12-hour night shifts, 1900–0700. Schedules may be adjusted to meet position and organizational needs. Logan Health describes its mission as providing quality, compassionate care for all, and its vision as reimagining health care through connection, service, and innovation. Its core values are Be Kind, Trust and Be Trusted, Work Together, and Strive for Excellence. The organization highlights professional development, shared governance, and its journey toward Magnet recognition.

Requirements

Current Montana RN license or compact license.
CPR/BLS certification.
Chemo Provider card, or willingness to obtain one within 12 months of hire.
Demonstrated clinical judgment, effective communication, and ability to prioritize care in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, providers, and interdisciplinary team members.
Ability to support colleagues, navigate changing priorities, and contribute to a positive team environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous Medical/Surgical or Oncology nursing experience.
Previous charge nurse experience or experience providing nursing leadership and supporting unit operations.

Responsibilities

Assess patients, develop and implement individualized plans of care, and evaluate patient responses and outcomes.
Provide nursing care to patients with complex medical, surgical, and oncology needs.
Administer and monitor inpatient chemotherapy according to established protocols and safety standards.
Educate and support patients and families throughout care and treatment.
Monitor for treatment-related side effects, complications, and changes in patient condition, and escalate concerns appropriately.
Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive care.
Care for surgical patients, including those recovering from thoracic procedures, colectomies, Whipple procedures, and other complex surgeries.
Maintain accurate documentation and follow clinical standards, organizational policies, and patient safety practices.
When assigned charge nurse duties, help coordinate patient care, support staffing and patient flow, serve as a clinical resource, and promote safe, effective unit operations.
Support colleagues, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to a positive team environment.

Benefits

Inpatient RN wages start at $41.78 per hour, with higher starting rates based on experience.
Enhanced differentials, certification pay, and call pay.
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Employer-paid and voluntary life insurance.
Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
Discounted Logan Health Fitness Center membership.
Self-scheduling opportunities.
RN fellowships, career advancement, and opportunities for advancement across the health system.
Shared Governance model that empowers nurses to influence practice.