RN | Acute Care Unit (ACU) | Summer Seasonal Assignment

Summer is our busiest season.

This is Big Sky Country for a reason—summer here doesn't feel small. Longer days, rising tourism, outdoor recreation, and a seasonal influx of visitors all contribute to a significant increase in our patient care volume throughout Northwest Montana.

We are seeking experienced Medical-Surgical nurses to join our Acute Care Unit for a 13-week seasonal assignment and help care for our community when demand is at its highest.

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.

At Logan Health, seasonal RNs are not viewed as temporary help—they are fully integrated members of the Acute Care Unit team. From day one, you will work alongside experienced nurses, providers, therapists, case managers, and support staff to deliver exceptional care to patients with a wide range of medical conditions. You'll play a vital role in supporting patients through acute illness, treatment, recovery, and discharge while collaborating within a highly engaged interdisciplinary care team.

Why consider this position?

This is a unique opportunity to expand your medical-surgical nursing expertise in a fast-paced acute care environment. As a Seasonal RN in ACU, you'll care for patients with a wide variety of medical conditions, developing strong assessment, prioritization, and clinical decision-making skills while working with multidisciplinary teams.

You'll gain valuable experience managing complex patient needs, coordinating care across specialties, and supporting patients through hospitalization and recovery. ACU offers the opportunity to sharpen foundational nursing skills while caring for a broad and diverse patient population

About our area:

We are located in the heart of the Flathead Valley, just 30 minutes from Glacier National Park, and just a short drive to two ski resorts and Flathead Lake. Our area offers unparalleled outdoor recreation and stunning mountain views. Experience the outdoor lifestyle only Northwest Montana can offer!

Seasonal Position Details:

• Seasonal Assignment Details

• 13-week seasonal assignment

• 36 hours per week (3x12-hour shifts)

• 15% seasonal premium pay

• $1,000 bonus after 30 days

• $1,000 bonus after 60 days

• $2,000 completion bonus

What We're Looking For

• Current Montana RN license or compact license eligibility

• 2+ years of Med/Surg experience

• Strong critical thinking, communication, and prioritization skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

🌿 Seasonal Nursing in Northwest Montana – Where Your Work and Your Time Off Both Matter

As a seasonal nurse here, you’re not just filling a staffing need—you’re stepping into a community that experiences significant seasonal growth driven by tourism, recreation, and regional demand. The work is fast-paced, meaningful, and deeply appreciated.

Just as importantly, your time off becomes part of the experience itself.

Each assignment aligns with Montana’s natural rhythm—from peak summer energy to the quiet beauty of late fall.

🎨 July 27 – October 24 | Peak Fall Color & Mountain Lifestyle

This is one of the most visually striking seasons in Montana.

Time away from work may look like:

• Golden larch season and peak fall color across the Flathead Valley and Glacier region

• Quiet, crisp hikes in Glacier National Park with noticeably fewer crowds

• Football season, concerts, and fall events in Missoula, including university-driven community life

• Cozy evenings in Whitefish and Kalispell with cafés, breweries, and live acoustic music

• Scenic drives that feel slower, quieter, and more reflective than summer

🎃 August 10 – November 7 | Deep Fall in the Rockies

This is the “local season”—when Montana slows down and feels more like home than destination.

Off the clock, you’ll have the chance to experience:

• Harvest festivals, craft fairs, and seasonal community events throughout the valley

• Missoula’s fall arts season, including theater, live music, and cultural programming

• Early snowfall dusting higher elevations near Glacier National Park

• Small-town evenings in places like Bigfork and Whitefish

• A quieter pace across trails, roads, and outdoor spaces

❄️ August 24 – November 21 | Late Fall Transition Into Early Winter

This final stretch offers a rare opportunity to experience Montana’s seasonal shift in real time.

When you’re not caring for patients, you might be:

• Watching the first snowfall settle into the surrounding mountains and Glacier National Park

• Exploring holiday markets and seasonal community events beginning to appear in local towns

• Enjoying Missoula’s indoor concert, theater, and arts season

• Taking quiet walks on uncrowded trails and scenic drives through the valley

• Experiencing a strong sense of local community as the pace slows and winter approaches

Why Nurses Choose Seasonal Work here?

This is more than a seasonal nursing opportunity—it's a chance to make a meaningful impact while experiencing one of the most beautiful regions in the country. Seasonal nurses are welcomed as valued members of the team and play an important role in helping us care for our growing community during peak patient volumes.

Combine professional growth with the adventure of living in Northwest Montana, where world-class hiking, fishing, boating, mountain biking, and access to both Glacier National Park and Flathead Lake are just outside your door.

Apply Today
Join our team during one of the most exciting times of year in Northwest Montana. Seasonal ACU positions are limited and expected to fill quickly.

Shift:

Variable - 12 Hours (United States of America)

Schedule: Seasonal 13-week assignment, 3 12-hour shifts/week

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.