RN Director, Critical Care Whitefish

Logan Health; Whitefish (MT); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Logan Health Whitefish is seeking an experienced healthcare leader to serve as Director of Critical Care, providing strategic and operational leadership for the Emergency Department and Special Care Unit. You will guide clinical teams to deliver exceptional care while driving quality, safety, and performance improvements.

The role partners with physicians, nursing leaders, and executives to shape critical care services and foster collaboration, accountability, and innovation in a scenic Montana

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field required.
• Montana RN license required.
• Minimum of five years of progressive leadership in emergency/critical/acute care.
• Experience managing budgets, staffing, quality initiatives, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with EHR systems and healthcare technology.
• RQI Provider (BLS) within 7 days of hire or transfer.
• ALS within 6 months, PALS within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Emergency Department and Special Care Unit.
• Lead quality, patient safety, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Partner with physicians and interdisciplinary leaders to optimize patient care and operational efficiency.
• Develop, mentor, and support leaders and staff while fostering a culture of engagement and accountability.
• Oversee staffing, budgeting, productivity, and resource management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.
• Utilize data and performance metrics to identify opportunities and implement sustainable improvements.
• Support organizational strategic initiatives and promote exceptional patient and employee experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Quality improvement

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related healthcare field

Montana RN license

Tools

EHR systems

Healthcare technology

Job description

Lead Critical Care Excellence in One of Montana’s Most Scenic Communities

Logan Health Whitefish is seeking an experienced healthcare leader to serve as our Director of Critical Care, providing strategic and operational leadership for the Emergency Department and Special Care Unit (SCU).

This is an opportunity to lead high-performing clinical teams dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care while driving quality, operational excellence, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. Working closely with physicians, nursing leaders, and executive leadership, you’ll help shape the future of emergency and critical care services while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.

If you’re passionate about leading teams, improving patient outcomes, and making a meaningful impact on your community, we’d love to hear from you.

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.

What You’ll Do

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Emergency Department and Special Care Unit.

• Lead quality, patient safety, and performance improvement initiatives.

• Partner with physicians and interdisciplinary leaders to optimize patient care and operational efficiency.

• Develop, mentor, and support leaders and staff while fostering a culture of engagement and accountability.

• Oversee staffing, budgeting, productivity, and resource management.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.

• Utilize data and performance metrics to identify opportunities and implement sustainable improvements.

• Support organizational strategic initiatives and promote exceptional patient and employee experiences.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a related healthcare field.

• Current Montana Registered Nurse (RN) license.

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in emergency, critical care, or acute care operations.

• Experience managing departmental budgets, staffing, quality initiatives, and regulatory compliance.

• Experience utilizing electronic health record (EHR) systems and healthcare technology.

• RQI Provider (BLS) within seven (7) days of hire/transfer or prior to independent patient care, whichever comes first.

• Advanced Life Support (ALS) within six (6) months of hire/transfer.

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within six (6) months of hire/transfer.

Why Logan Health?

At Logan Health, we’re committed to providing exceptional care while investing in our employees. You’ll join a collaborative leadership team focused on innovation, quality, and improving the health of the communities we serve.

Located in the heart of the Flathead Valley, Whitefish offers year-round recreation, breathtaking mountain views, and an unmatched quality of life just minutes from Glacier National Park.

Shift:

Day Shift - Variable Hours (United States of America)

Schedule:

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.