RN / Charge RN | Surgical Oncology Unit

Logan Health Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 47,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Certification pay

Call pay

Shared governance

Job summary

Logan Health is hiring an experienced Staff RN for our Surgical & Oncology Unit in Montana. The role includes direct patient care, potential charge nurse duties, and a focus on clinical excellence within a patient-centered team.

We offer enhanced compensation with differential pay, certification pay, call pay, tuition reimbursement, and ongoing professional development as part of our Magnet journey and shared governance.

Qualifications

• Must hold Montana RN license or compact license.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Chemo Provider card required or willingness to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Prior Medical/Surgical or Oncology nursing experience preferred.
• Previous charge nurse experience or demonstrated leadership is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate, evidence-based nursing care.
• Assess patients, develop and implement individualized plans of care, and evaluate responses.
• Administer and monitor inpatient chemotherapy treatments per protocols.
• Educate and support patients and families throughout care and treatment.
• Monitor for treatment-related side effects and escalate concerns as needed.
• Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, and team members for comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to standards and policies.
• Charge nurse assignments may be required on some shifts.

Skills

Direct patient care

Team collaboration

Leadership potential

Clinical judgment

Education

Montana RN license

CPR/BLS certification

Chemo Provider certification

Job description

Nursing Just Got More Rewarding at Logan Health Inpatient RN wages start at $41.78/hour, with higher starting rates based on experience. This puts Logan Health among the most competitive employers in Montana for RN compensation, with enhanced total rewards including improved differentials, certification pay, call pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. Join a nursing community focused on clinical excellence, with DNV standards and a newly launched journey toward Magnet recognition. Grow your career, strengthen your practice, and have a voice through professional development, RN fellowships, career advancement, and shared governance. With Planetree Person‑Centered Care, patients, families and caregivers remain at the heart of what we do.

Join Logan Health's Surgical & Oncology Unit

Are You Ready to Make an Impact Beyond the Bedside? Join Logan Health's Surgical & Oncology Unit as a Registered Nurse and bring your clinical expertise, leadership skills, and passion for patient care to a collaborative team supporting patients with complex medical, surgical, and oncology needs. We’re seeking experienced RNs with strong clinical skills and the ability to provide direct patient care, you may be assigned charge nurse responsibilities based on unit staffing and operational needs. When functioning as the charge nurse, you’ll help coordinate patient care, support staffing and patient flow, serve as a clinical resource, and promote safe, effective unit operations.

Our Mission, Vision, & Core Values

Our Mission: Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision: Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

• Be Kind
• Trust and Be Trusted
• Work Together
• Strive for Excellence

Position Overview

This is a Staff RN position that includes Charge nurse responsibilities when assigned. Responsibilities may vary between shifts, and you may work shifts focused entirely on your regular Staff RN duties without an assigned charge nurse role.

Unit Focus & Patient Population

Our Surgical & Oncology Unit cares for a diverse patient population, including Orthopedic, Neurology, Thoracic, Urology, and Surgical Oncology patients. Nurses provide care to patients recovering from complex surgical procedures and those receiving inpatient chemotherapy, symptom management, and specialized treatments.

Why Join Logan Health Nursing?

We’re investing in permanent nursing teams across Logan Health and creating opportunities for experienced nurses to grow their careers, influence nursing practice, and make a lasting impact. Recently increased RN wage scale for SEIU‑represented positions. Shared Governance model that empowers nurses to influence practice. Active Magnet journey focused on nursing excellence. Self‑scheduling opportunities that support work‑life balance. Tuition reimbursement and professional development support. Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Employer‑paid and voluntary life insurance. Retirement savings plan with employer contributions. Discounted Logan Health Fitness Center membership. Collaborative, team‑focused culture. Opportunities for advancement across a growing healthcare system.

What You’ll Do

As a Staff RN, you’ll provide safe, compassionate, evidence‑based nursing care while collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to support positive patient outcomes. Assess patients, develop and implement individualized plans of care, and evaluate patient responses and outcomes. Deliver nursing care to patients with complex medical, surgical, and oncology needs. Administer and monitor inpatient chemotherapy treatments in accordance with established protocols and safety standards. Educate and support patients and families throughout their care and treatment. Monitor for treatment‑related side effects, complications, and changes in patient condition, escalating concerns appropriately. Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive care. Care for a variety of surgical patients, including those recovering from thoracic procedures, colectomies, Whipple procedures, and other complex surgeries. Maintain accurate documentation and follow established clinical standards, organizational policies, and patient safety practices.

Charge nurse assignments are based on operational needs and leadership direction and may vary between shifts. The RN may be assigned to function as charge nurse for some shifts and provide direct patient care in the standard Staff RN capacity during others.

Qualifications

• Current Montana RN license or compact license required.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Chemo Provider card required or willingness to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Previous Medical/Surgical or Oncology nursing experience preferred.
• Previous charge nurse experience or experience providing nursing leadership and supporting unit operations strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated clinical judgment, effective communication, and the ability to prioritize care in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, providers, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Demonstrated ability to support colleagues, navigate changing priorities, and contribute to a positive team environment.

Location & Shift

Live Where Others Vacation At Logan Health, you’ll build a meaningful nursing career while enjoying everything Northwest Montana has to offer. Surrounded by Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake, Whitefish Mountain Resort, and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, the Flathead Valley offers an unmatched quality of life for those seeking both professional fulfillment and personal adventure.

Shift: Night Shift - 12 Hours (United States of America)

Schedule: 36 hours per week, 3 × 12‑hour Night shifts, 1900‑0700. 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.

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.

Our Mission, Vision, & Values

Our Mission: Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision: Reimagine health care through connection, service, and innovation.

• Be Kind – We foster compassion and positivity in our work environment.
• Work Together – Collaboration leads to innovation, efficiency, and improved communication.
• Trust and Be Trusted – We build trust by acting with authenticity, empathy, and good intent.
• Strive for Excellence – We continually push ourselves to improve, innovate, and deliver high-quality care and services.