At Logan Health, we're more than just a healthcare provider – we’re a community. Nestled in the heart of Montana, we are committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment for our team. As a member of Logan Health, you'll be part of a dynamic team that values compassion, innovation, and excellence. We offer opportunities for growth, comprehensive benefits, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. Come join us and experience the Logan Health difference, where your passion meets purpose in a place, you’ll be proud to call home.

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.

 

Be part of every step of the surgical journey – from preparation to recovery!

 

Location: Logan Health Whitefish – Whitefish, Montana

Shift: Variable Shift – Variable Hours | Full-Time – 36 Hours
Call Requirements: Approximately 3–5 days per month, including weeknights and weekends, with a full weekend approximately every other month.

 

At Logan Health, our Surgical Services nurses play a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care throughout the surgical experience. As an RN Surgical Services, you’ll have the unique opportunity to work across Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Same Day Surgery, and Pre-Anesthesia Testing (PAT) – supporting patients from their initial surgical preparation through recovery and discharge.

 

From orthopedic and general surgery to OB/GYN and specialty procedures, you'll care for a diverse patient population while collaborating with skilled surgeons, anesthesia providers, and a close-knit team of perioperative professionals.

 

If you thrive on variety, enjoy building your clinical expertise, and value teamwork, adaptability, and compassionate patient care, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact at every stage of the surgical journey.

 

What You’ll Do

As an RN Surgical Services, you will:

• Provide comprehensive, individualized nursing care across PACU, Same Day Surgery, and Pre-Anesthesia Testing, with daily assignments scheduled in advance
• Perform thorough pre-procedure assessments, review patient histories, and develop individualized care plans in accordance with AORN and departmental standards
• Monitor and assess patients' physical and mental conditions, recognizing changes and coordinating timely interventions to support safe surgical outcomes
• Support patients throughout preoperative preparation, post-anesthesia recovery, and discharge, ensuring continuity of care at every stage
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Provide patient and family education regarding surgical preparation, medications, recovery expectations, and postoperative care
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure safe, efficient, and coordinated patient care
• Maintain high standards of patient safety, infection prevention, and clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and professional standards
• Adapt confidently between hands-on patient care and phone-based preoperative assessments, supporting the unique needs of each surgical services area
• Remain calm and effective during changing workloads, prioritizing patient needs and seeking assistance when appropriate
• Participate in ongoing education, department competencies, and professional development to maintain clinical excellence
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance as scheduled by department leadership

 

Required Qualifications

• Current Montana RN license or multi-state compact license with authorization to practice in Montana
• RQI Provider (BLS) certification within 7 days of hire/transfer or before independent patient care, whichever comes first
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • Professional nursing theory and standards of practice
  • Patient assessment, care planning, and clinical documentation
  • Medical terminology
  • Infection control procedures and universal precautions
  • HIPAA and patient confidentiality regulations
  • OSHA rules and regulations
• Excellent organizational, critical thinking, and prioritization skills
• Ability to adapt to multiple clinical environments and work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with professionalism, empathy, and diplomacy
• Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new systems

 

Preferred Qualifications

• BSN degree
• 2+ years of relevant RN experience, particularly in the Operating Room, PACU, or acute care setting
• Prior experience in perioperative nursing, post-anesthesia recovery, or Same Day Surgery
• ACLS and PALS certifications, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire
• Specialty certifications such as CPAN (Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse), CAPA (Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse), CNOR, or other relevant perioperative nursing credentials
• Experience caring for patients across multiple surgical specialties, including orthopedics, general surgery, and OB/GYN

 

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Enjoy the best of three clinical environments – gain hands-on experience across PACU, Same Day Surgery, and Pre-Anesthesia Testing without being limited to a single specialty
• Care for a diverse surgical patient population, including orthopedic, general surgery, OB/GYN, ENT, urology, and other specialty procedures
• Be part of a close-knit, highly collaborative surgical team, with dedicated nursing support across each area and supportive leadership focused on daily coordination and teamwork
• Build meaningful connections with patients by supporting them through surgical preparation, recovery, and the transition home
• Expand your clinical knowledge, technical expertise, and critical thinking skills through exposure to a wide variety of procedures and patient needs
• Work in an environment that values adaptability, professional growth, patient safety, and continuous learning
• Grow your perioperative nursing career within a respected healthcare organization while making a lasting difference in your community

 

Why Join Logan Health?

At Logan Health, you'll find more than a job, you'll find opportunities to grow your career while making a meaningful impact in your community. Eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off and extended time bank (ETB)
• Retirement savings opportunities with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and professional development support
• Employee wellness resources and fitness center discounts
• Employee assistance programs and work-life support
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing regional healthcare system

 

 

Apply today and join a surgical services team where your expertise, compassion, and versatility help patients feel supported every step of the way.

 

Shift:

Variable (United States of America)

Location: Logan Health Whitefish – Whitefish, Montana

Shift: Variable Shift – Variable Hours | Full-Time – 36 Hours
Call Requirements: Approximately 3–5 days per month, including weeknights and weekends, with a full weekend approximately every other 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.