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

Logan Health; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

15% seasonal premium pay

$1,000 bonus after 30 days

$1,000 bonus after 60 days

$2,000 completion bonus

Job summary

Logan Health in Northwest Montana is seeking experienced Medical-Surgical RNs to join our Acute Care Unit for a 13-week seasonal assignment. You will work 3 twelve-hour shifts per week, delivering compassionate care in a fast-paced setting.

Youll earn a 15% seasonal premium pay and eligible bonuses ($1,000 at 30 and 60 days, $2,000 completion). This opportunity combines clinical growth with the beauty and outdoor lifestyle of Northwest Montana.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical-surgical care in ACU for adults.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team.
• Assess, plan, and document patient care.
• Support patients through acute illness, treatment, recovery, discharge.
• Deliver safe, compassionate, evidence-based nursing.

Skills

Med/Surg experience

Montana RN license/compact eligibility

Critical thinking

Communication

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Job description

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.

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

September 7 – December 5 | Peak Fall Into the Holiday Season

Experience Northwest Montana during one of its most beautiful and beloved seasons.

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

• Taking in vibrant fall colors throughout Glacier National Park and the Flathead Valley
• Exploring local harvest festivals, farmers markets, and seasonal events
• Hiking among golden larch trees and enjoying crisp mountain air on uncrowded trails
• Visiting charming mountain towns decorated for the holidays
• Experiencing the first snowfall of the season and the anticipation of winter recreation

September 21 – December 19 | Fall Colors, First Snowfall & Holiday Magic

This assignment offers a front-row seat to Montana’s transition from autumn to winter.

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

• Exploring Glacier National Park during peak fall color season
• Enjoying scenic drives framed by golden tamaracks, snow-capped peaks, and changing leaves
• Attending holiday festivals, tree lightings, and community celebrations throughout the Flathead Valley
• Experiencing the opening weeks of ski and snowboard season at Whitefish Mountain Resort
• Discovering the cozy charm of Montana’s small towns during the holiday season

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.

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.