Job Opportunity – Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse – Montana
Start Date: July 14, 2026
Location: Great Falls, Montana
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Night shift in Progressive Care Unit/Step Down setting
Highlights:
- Progressive Care/Step Down unit providing care to hemodynamically stable or predictably unstable patients requiring intensive monitoring
- Diverse patient populations including post-operative surgical patients, post-PCI care, pacemaker placement, thoracotomy, CHF, COPD, DKA, renal failure, DVT, PE, and sepsis
- Utilize advanced medical equipment including central lines, chest tubes, nasogastric tubes, continuous bladder irrigation, and ventilatory support systems (CPAP, BiPAP)
- Medication management experience with IV medications including Heparin, Diltiazem, Dobutamine, Lasix, Amiodarone, and Dopamine
- Basic cardiac telemetry and EKG interpretation required; opportunity to work with advanced monitoring systems
- Clinical leadership role with opportunities to precept staff and collaborate across professional disciplines
Requirements:
- Current Montana RN Licensure required
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification required (PALS may be obtained within 6 months of hire)
- EPNC and TNCC certification preferred but not required
- Experience with post heart catheterization and post-operative vascular surgery patients preferred
- Pediatric nursing experience preferred
- Proficiency with multiple IV pumps, invasive lines, and advanced medical equipment
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This Progressive Care Unit position offers the chance to provide comprehensive patient care across a broad spectrum of conditions while utilizing advanced clinical skills and technology. You'll serve as a clinical leader within a collaborative healthcare team, making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes from admission through discharge. The role provides professional growth opportunities through precepting responsibilities and cross-training with the Medical Surgical Unit.