RN | Surgical Endoscopy

Logan Health; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Logan Health is seeking an RN for our Surgical Endoscopy unit in Kalispell, MT. You will perform pre-op and post-op patient care, circulate during procedures, and manage endoscopic equipment to ensure safety and efficiency.

The role requires Montana RN licensure (or compact with MT authorization), CPR/BLS certification, and 2+ years in a medical setting. Excellent teamwork and communication are essential in our fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Montana RN license current
• Two years’ experience in similar medical setting preferred
• CPR/BLS certification required
• HIPAA confidentiality knowledge and compliance
• Knowledge of medical terminology and nursing principles
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Responsibilities

• Pre-Op and Post-Op care: prepare patients for procedures and aid recovery.
• Circulating: support during procedures and assist physicians.
• Scope handling: manage endoscopic equipment safely and efficiently.
• Provide patient care to diverse ages, from children to adults, including routine screenings and interventions.
• Maintain infection control standards and ensure patient safety.
• Document care and communicate effectively with the care team.

Skills

Assessment

Care planning

Post-Op care

Circulating

Infection control

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Montana RN license

BSN degree preferred

Compact license with MT authorization

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This position provides primary care to patients, including assessment, treatment, care planning, and medical care evaluation.

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

As an RN in Surgical Endoscopy, you’ll engage in a dynamic role that keeps every day fresh and fulfilling. Your responsibilities will include:

• Pre-Op and Post-Op Care: Preparing patients for procedures and ensuring a smooth recovery.

• Circulating: Providing support during procedures and working directly with physicians.

• Scope Handling: Managing endoscopic equipment to ensure efficiency and safety.

You’ll work with a wide range of patients, from children as young as three to older adults, addressing diverse needs, from routine screenings to critical interventions.

What Makes Us Unique

• Teamwork at Its Best: Nurses in our unit love the strong team dynamic, working one-on-one with physicians and supporting each other to ensure seamless care.

• A Day in Endo: With a mix of predictable tasks and the need to adapt to the unexpected, your days will fly by in our fast-paced and efficient environment.

• A Family Feel: We pride ourselves on our supportive, welcoming culture. Staff members frequently enjoy social events outside of work, fostering lasting connections.

Why Logan Health?

Logan Health offers a supportive, collaborative environment where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact on patients’ lives. Surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of Northwestern Montana, you’ll enjoy the perfect balance of rewarding work and outdoor adventures.

Qualifications

• Current Montana or compact RN license

• Experience in surgical or procedural nursing preferred

• A commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care

Qualifications:

• Current Montana RN license or a multi state compact license with authorization to practice nursing within the state of Montana; required. BSN degree preferred.

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in similar position within a medical setting (eg, physician office, clinic, or hospital) preferred. Experience in assigned area(s) preferred.

• Possess knowledge of professional nursing theory, medical terminology and principles of professional nursing practice to administer and evaluate patient care.

• Healthcare Provider (HCP) CPR and/or BLS certification required as dictated by each practice/service line.

• Additional certifications may be required as applicable to assigned area(s).

• Understanding of the confidentiality laws that govern the provider-patient relationship, including but not limited to, HIPAA guidelines.

• Knowledge of equipment, supplies, and instruments used in a medical office; simple routine clinical laboratory methods, universal blood and body fluid precautions.

• Must have knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations, established protocol for storing poisons, narcotics, acids, caustics, and flammable items; restriction imposed by various manage care carriers, various forms inherent to profession.

• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently. Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy. Possess considerable knowledge of the behavior and needs of patients.

• Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

Job Specific Duties:

• Develops, implements and coordinates individualized, goal directed nursing care to patients through the use of the nursing process as appropriate for RN’s as applicable to the assigned area(s).

• Maintains nursing standards of care and responds to changing workloads and patient conditions by: remaining calm, making objective assessments, prioritizing, and asking for assistance as appropriate.

• Transcribes and implements provider orders and treatments both verbal and written accurately and efficiently as noted by chart reviews and observation. Consistently problem solves issues affecting patient care.

• Exhibits a thorough practice of infection control procedures per policy and procedure as applicable to the assigned area(s).

• Identifies, verbally evaluates, and reports identified reaction changes in the stated physical and mental conditions of patients.

• Documents all encounters with patients seeking health advice according to organizational standards, while clearly demonstrating the nursing process.

• Provides individual instruction and education to patients and families concerning health and medical needs per department protocol and as applicable to assigned area(s).

• Assesses and anticipates the needs of the patient, and coordinates the necessary interventions as defined by policy, procedure and the written/verbal orders of the provider as applicable to assigned area(s).

• Consistently problem solves issues effecting patient care.

The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

Shift

Day Shift - 10 Hours (United States of America)

Schedule

4x10-hour shifts, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM-5:30 PM

Call Requirements

Approximately six call shifts per month, including evenings and weekends

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.