Critical Care NP – ICU, 12-Hour Shifts, Great Falls MT

Sound Physicians; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 190,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits offered

Commencement bonus

Job summary

Sound Physicians in Great Falls, Montana seeks a Critical Care Nurse Practitioner to deliver patient‑centered care in a 10‑bed surgical ICU with cardiothoracic and observation patients, collaborating with tele‑ICU physicians.

The role features 12‑hour day shifts (7 a.m.–7 p.m.), about 15 shifts per month, and a commencement bonus with full benefits. Candidates must be board certified acute care, have ICU experience, and hold Montana NP license or be eligible.

Qualifications

• Must be certified as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
• Two years ICU independent provider experience with procedure logs.
• Montana requires 6,240 hours supervised practice under a physician with collaborative agreement.

Responsibilities

• Care for 10-bed surgical ICU with cardiothoracic and observation patients.
• Collaborate with cardiothoracic surgeon, nurses, respiratory therapists and consultants.
• Perform comprehensive assessments and treatment plans.
• Perform bedside procedures (central/arterial line placement, intubation).
• Manage mechanical ventilation with respiratory therapy.
• Engage in goals-of-care discussions and family communication.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

ICU experience

Independent practice authority

Team collaboration

Education

Board Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Montana NP license

DEA registration

Job description

Sound Physicians in Great Falls, Montana seeks a Critical Care Nurse Practitioner to deliver patient‑centered care in a 10‑bed surgical ICU with cardiothoracic and observation patients, collaborating with tele‑ICU physicians.

The role features 12‑hour day shifts (7 a.m.–7 p.m.), about 15 shifts per month, and a commencement bonus with full benefits. Candidates must be board certified acute care, have ICU experience, and hold Montana NP license or be eligible.