CVICU RN - Days

The Recruiting Hive; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus $25,000

3x12s schedule

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer

Malpractice insurance

Clinical ladder growth opportunities

Job summary

The Recruiting Hive is partnering with a premier Montana hospital to hire a full-time CVICU RN for on-site work in Great Falls. The role requires direct clinical care for cardiovascular patients and management of advanced life-support equipment.

The team emphasizes safety, teamwork, and modern technology. Montana RN license, BLS/ACLS, and PALS within 6 months are required; 1–2 years ICU/Cardiac ICU experience is preferred. A retention bonus and comprehensive benefits support growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN required; BSN preferred).
• Active, unrestricted Montana RN license (or compact/endorsement eligibility).
• BLS and ACLS are required; PALS within 6 months of hire.
• EPNC and TNCC are highly preferred.
• 1–2 years of post-graduate ICU/CCU cardiovascular surgical experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care to medical, surgical, and CV patients with advanced monitoring.
• Operate cardiac/life-support equipment (ventilators, CRRT, lines, pumps).
• Monitor patients with cardiac devices (IABP, Impella) and document status.
• Lead on-floor clinical direction and collaborate with healthcare staff.
• Coordinate with Providers and nurse leadership on care plans and discharge.
• Maintain timely electronic documentation of patient status and outcomes.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Clinical judgment

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

Tools

Mechanical ventilators

Central lines

Arterial lines

IV pumps

CRRT

IABP

Impella pumps

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)

Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site | 3x12s | Days

Location: Great Falls, Montana

We have partnered closely with a premier hospital organization dedicated to becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice, serving over 250,000 residents across 17 regional counties. We are currently seeking a full-time, dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) to join their team. Boasting exceptional nurse-to-patient ratios that allow for deeply personalized care, this facility fosters a tight-knit culture of teamwork, safety, and modern medical technology.

Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, direct clinical care to medical, surgical, and cardiovascular patients requiring advanced physiological monitoring from admission through discharge.
• Manage and operate advanced cardiac and life-support equipment, including mechanical ventilators, central lines, arterial lines, multiple titration IV pumps, and Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT).
• Monitor and manage patients utilizing advanced cardiac assist devices, such as intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP) and Impella pumps.
• Serve as a clinical leader on the floor, providing direction and collaborative support to RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and ancillary hospital staff.
• Collaborate closely with Providers, Charge Nurses, and nurse leadership to implement evidence-based care plans and thorough discharge planning.
• Maintain meticulous, timely electronic documentation of patient status, interventions, and clinical outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred).
• Licensure: Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of Montana (or immediate compact/endorsement eligibility).
• Certifications: Core certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) are required. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 6 months of hire. EPNC and TNCC certifications are highly preferred.
• Required Experience: Proven post-graduate clinical practice in an advanced Medical/Surgical unit coupled with recent Critical Care/ICU nursing experience specifically involving cardiovascular surgery patients.
• Preferred Experience: 1 to 2 years of dedicated Cardiac Surgical ICU experience is strongly preferred. Hands-on clinical familiarity with Impella pumps, cardiac balloon pumps, and CRRT equipment is highly desired.
• Soft Skills: Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a team-oriented mindset.

Benefits:

• $25,000.00 Retention Bonus to support your long-term transition and commitment to the team. (Please note: This incentive is available for external candidates only)
• Highly desirable schedule consisting of three 12-hour shifts per week (3x12s), allowing for 4 days off weekly.
• Strong, industry-leading nurse-to-patient ratios designed to prevent burnout and maximize patient safety.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Robust retirement savings plan with a generous employer matching contribution.
• Fully covered medical malpractice insurance.
• Abundant long-term professional growth and clinical ladder advancement opportunities within an innovative healthcare system.

Note on Compensation & Hiring Requirements: Final hourly compensation will be verified and determined by the organization based on your documented years of nursing experience. All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of standard pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, drug screening, and health/immunization verification.