RN Residency | February 2027 Cohort

Logan Health Medical Center•Kalispell, MT

14h

About The Position

Logan Health is recruiting for its February 2027 New Graduate RN Residency cohort. The accredited Practice Transition Program, recognized with Distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs, supports new graduate nurses in developing their careers and clinical practice. Logan Health describes its nursing community as focused on clinical excellence, DNV standards, and a journey toward Magnet recognition. Its care model includes Planetree Person-Centered Care, placing patients, families, and caregivers at the heart of care. The position provides nursing care in accordance with Logan Health policies, professional standards, provider orders, and applicable regulatory requirements. Specific responsibilities may vary with departmental needs and assignment. Applicants should submit a complete resume with all work experience, military service, volunteer experience from the past two years, and education and clinical rotations as applicable. The posting says not to submit a cover letter and notes that incomplete resumes may affect eligibility or progression in selection.

Requirements

Current Montana RN license or a multi-state compact license authorizing nursing practice in Montana, required at program start or before direct patient care.
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and completion of at least 250 clinical hours during education.
Graduation from an accredited nursing school within one year of the Nurse Residency start date; nurses returning to the profession must complete a refresher course before acceptance.
Current BLS certification within seven days of hire.
Completion of all steps in the Nurse Residency Program application process.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, and ability to prioritize effectively.
Ability to function independently and collaboratively within a team.
Commitment to confidentiality and professional standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including communicating effectively with diverse audiences.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage sensitive situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, and ability to learn additional software systems as needed.

Nice To Haves

BSN degree preferred.
For specialty-area assignment, prior work experience in the specialty area is preferred, or completion of an externship with at least 90 hours in the specialty area beyond standard clinical requirements.
Specialty-specific certifications may be required within designated timeframes after hire; examples include ACLS, PALS, and ENPC.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate professionalism, civility, teamwork, and exceptional customer service in all interactions.
Maintain knowledge of policies and procedures related to patient care, safety, and assigned responsibilities.
Comply with regulatory requirements and Logan Health standards applicable to nursing practice.
Operate and maintain equipment according to departmental standards.
Maintain nursing standards of care and execute appropriate provider orders while respecting patient diversity, privacy, rights, and confidentiality.
Perform comprehensive patient assessments on admission and at intervals appropriate to the patient's condition and provider orders.
Administer medications, treatments, provider-directed care, and intravenous therapy in accordance with Logan Health policies and procedures.
Reassess patients, identify changes in condition, laboratory values, and vital signs, and implement interventions as appropriate.
Evaluate patient responses to treatments and therapies and adjust care within scope and policy.
Communicate significant changes in patient condition to the appropriate provider in a timely manner.
Accurately document clinical findings and required regulatory information in the medical record.
Complete and maintain competency in required annual education and unit-specific competency requirements.
Demonstrate knowledge of staffing standards and responsible stewardship of organizational resources.
Maintain understanding of and compliance with Nurse Residency Program requirements.

Benefits

Inpatient RN wages start at $41.78 per hour, with higher starting rates based on experience.
Improved differentials.
Certification pay.
Call pay.
Tuition reimbursement.
Comprehensive benefits package promoting wellness and work-life balance.
Professional development.
RN fellowships.
Career advancement opportunities.
Shared governance.