Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Nights

KingRecruitingServices; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Fully covered malpractice insurance

Generous PTO for work-life balance

Job summary

KingRecruitingServices has partnered with a regional healthcare system in Great Falls, MT to recruit a committed Progressive Care Unit RN for a full-time, night shift position on-site.

The ideal candidate will bring ADN with BSN preferred, active MT RN license, and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS. Prior PCU/ICU experience and pediatric exposure are highly valued in this team-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN required; BSN preferred).
• Active, unrestricted RN licensure in Montana (or compact/endorsement eligibility).
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required (or obtained within 6 months). EPNC/TNCC preferred.
• Post-graduate clinical practice in an advanced Medical/Surgical unit with ICU/PCU experience.
• Pediatric nursing experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care for hemodynamically stable or predictably unstable PCU patients.
• Manage a diverse patient population including pre/post-PCI care, pacemaker care, and complex surgeries.
• Monitor patients using telemetry and intervene to prevent deterioration.
• Operate arterial lines, central lines, chest tubes, NG tubes, IV pumps, and short-term ventilatory support.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams from admission through discharge planning.
• Lead on the floor as a clinical mentor to LPNs, CNAs, and ancillary staff.

Skills

Cardiac telemetry

EKG interpretation

Advanced nursing principles

Office software

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site | Shift: Nights

Setting: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown

Location: Great Falls, Montana

We have partnered closely with a prominent regional healthcare system to secure a full-time, dedicated nursing professional for their inpatient services division. We are currently seeking an experienced Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) to join a specialized clinical team. This position is ideal for an RN looking for a supportive clinical environment that emphasizes excellent nurse-to-patient ratios, robust administrative backing, and a strong culture of teamwork and compassion.

Tucked into a scenic Montana community known for an exceptional quality of life and outdoor recreation, this role provides an ideal balance of professional clinical development and personal lifestyle stability.

Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized, direct nursing care to hemodynamically stable or predictably unstable patients on an advanced medical/surgical and stepdown unit.
• Manage a broad and diverse patient population, including pre/post-PCI care, pacemaker placements, revascularization, carotid endarterectomy, thoracotomy, CHF, COPD, DKA, sepsis, and a wide scope of complex surgical cases.
• Utilize skilled assessment and intervention tools to closely monitor for, recognize, and stabilize potentially deteriorating clinical conditions.
• Operate and manage advanced medical equipment, including arterial lines, central lines, chest tubes, nasogastric tubes, continuous bladder irrigation, multiple titration IV pumps, and short-term ventilatory support.
• Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams from admission through comprehensive discharge planning.
• Act as a clinical leader on the floor, assisting with precepting new staff and providing directional support to LPNs, CNAs, and ancillary teams.

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), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are required (or 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 combined with recent Critical Care (ICU) or Progressive Care (PCU/Stepdown) nursing experience.
• Preferred Experience: Dedicated pediatric nursing experience is highly desired.
• Core Skills: Proficiency in basic cardiac telemetry, EKG interpretation, advanced nursing principles, and standard office/computer software.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Robust retirement savings plan with a generous employer matching contribution.
• Fully covered medical malpractice insurance.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) allocation to support a healthy work-life balance.

Note on Compensation & Hiring Requirements: 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.

Note on Employment Status: The comprehensive benefits package and compensation structure detailed above are explicitly offered for full-time positions. Eligible benefits may vary or be prorated for part-time arrangements.