RN, Hospital (1.0) - Surgical Services

Billings Clinic; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Billings Clinic in Billings, Montana, seeks an RN for Surgical Services. In this role you will apply the nursing process, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and document care in the medical record to support quality outcomes.

You will work evening, nights, and weekends, with starting pay DOE and relocation/tuition assistance possible. This position emphasizes safety, compassionate care, and professional growth within a Magnet-recognized organization.

Qualifications

• RN license at hire.
• Associate Degree in Nursing; BSN within 4 years after hire date.
• ACLS & PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes nursing process in patient care.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary care team to execute a plan of care.
• Ensures complete, accurate and timely entry into patient medical records.
• Adheres to safety standards, policies and practices.
• Maintains appropriate skills/knowledge for area, pharmacology and labs.
• Utilizes evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes.
• Engages in ongoing professional development and education.

Skills

Nursing care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

RN license

Job description

You'll want to join Billings Clinic for our outstanding quality of care, exciting environment, interesting cases from a vast geography, advanced technology and educational opportunities. We are in the top 1% of hospitals internationally for receiving Magnet® Recognition consecutively since 2006.And you'll want to stay at Billings Clinic for the amazing teamwork, caring atmosphere, and a culture that values kindness, safety and courage. This is an incredible place to learn and grow. Billings, Montana, is a friendly, college community in the Rocky Mountains with great schools and abundant family activities. Amazing outdoor recreation is just minutes from home. Four seasons of sunshine!You can make a difference here.

About Us

Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, Physician-led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non-physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi-specialty group practice and a 304-bed hospital. Learn more about Billings Clinic (our organization, history, mission, leadership and regional locations) and how we are recognized nationally for our exceptional quality.

Your Benefits

We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full-time employees (minimum of 24 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, employee wellness program, and much more.

Magnet: Commitment to Nursing Excellence

Billings Clinic is proud to be recognized for nursing excellence as a Magnet®-designated organization, joining only 97 other organizations worldwide that have achieved this honor four times. The re-designation process happens every four years.

Pre-Employment Requirements

All new employees must complete several pre-employment requirements prior to starting.

RN, Hospital (1.0) - Surgical Services

SURGICAL SERVICES (BILLINGS CLINIC HOSPITAL) req12980

Shift: Evening, Nights, Weekend

Employment Status: Full-Time (.75 or greater)

Hours per Pay Period: 1.00 = 80 hours every two weeks (Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage DOE: $38.91 - 61.21

May be eligible for relocation assistance

May be eligible for tuition loan reimbursement

Under general supervision, utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation, and theoretical/clinical skills in the promotion/maintenance of health. Incorporates evidence-based nursing practices consistent with national standards and which support quality outcomes. Assumes responsibility and accountability for the quality of nursing care. Directs the plan of care while maintaining professionalism.

Essential Job Functions

• Utilizing a holistic approach and evidence based nursing practices, incorporates the nursing process into the goal-directed plan of care for the patient.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to execute a plan of care appropriate to the needs of the patients.
• Ensures complete, accurate and timely entry into patient medical record as indicated by patient condition and documentation guidelines, consistent with departmental policies and procedures.
• Adheres to Billings Clinic safety standards, policies and practices. Anticipates and identifies problems and safety issues, then initiates appropriate action.
• Maintains appropriate skill/knowledge and application of relevant and commonly used equipment specific to area, pharmacology and laboratory values based on disease process or physiological status.
• Utilizes evidence based practice, supported by nursing research, within specialty area.
• Utilizes performance improvement principles to assess and improve the quality of patient/resident care. Incorporates the Magnet Model in transforming the work environment and quality of nursing care.
• Takes responsibility for own professional growth and development needs; meets all system/departmental educational requirements.
• Demonstrates collaborative, supportive, and caring behaviors in communication with patient's families, visitors, and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Consideration is given to the appropriateness of care based on the population specific needs of the patient.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Minimum 2 Year / Associate Degree
• Associate (or Diploma) RNs with less than 5 years of RN experience hired into this position must commit to completing their Bachelor of Nursing degree within 4 years after their hire date. Billings Clinic may help support the cost through financial assistance

Certifications & Licenses

• RN license at hire
• ACLS & PALS Preferred

Experience

• Required to complete 4 hours of annual training per year for advanced orthopedic and spine certification requirements.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience relating to the above tasks, knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered

Equal Employment Opportunity

Billings Clinic is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. All policies and processes are designed toward achieving fair and equitable treatment of all employees and job applicants. Employees are encouraged to discuss any concerns they have in this regard with their immediate supervisor and/or the Vice President People Resources. All employees and job applicants will be provided the same treatment in all aspects of the employment relationship, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, genetic information or disability.