RN - Union Float Pool (Casual Call, Variable Shift)

Bozeman Health; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bozeman Health's nursing pool offers placement across hospital departments, enabling cross-training and collaboration with specialists to support patient care. The RN leads and coordinates nursing care, emphasizing education, transition planning, and adherence to care standards.

The role requires ADN/ASN/AAS/AAN and Montana RN licensure, plus BLS certification, with BSN preferred for higher responsibility. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and professional development

Qualifications

• ADN/ASN/AAS/AAN required for nursing licensure in Montana.
• Current Montana Licensure as Registered Nurse (RN).
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and coordinate nursing care across shifts.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care in collaboration with the health care team.
• Maintain timely completion of required education and certifications per Bozeman Health policies.
• Engage in professional development and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members to ensure safe, compassionate care.

Skills

Clinical Nursing

Patient Care

Teamwork

Communication

Crisis Management

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN, ASN, AAS, AAN)

Montana RN Licensure

AHA BLS Certification

BSN preferred

Job description

Working at Bozeman Health is more than just a job--it's a commitment to caring for the communities of Southwest Montana by being their partner in health and wellness, compassionately delivering the best care for each person, every time. In every role, our employees are inspired by their ability to care for our community and our Culture of Excellence guides each employee to be a high performer, engage in transparent and timely communication, demonstrate dynamic learning and teaching, excel through change, express gratitude and experience joy.

Summary

This unique department is comprised of small specialty groups of highly skilled experts that support patient care throughout the hospital. Bozeman Health nursing pool is where nurses are scheduled and work in a variety of departments as well as have the opportunity to cross train and support specialty departments. This nursing pool values professionalism teamwork and accountability. The registered nurse is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care patient/family education and transition of care. The RN will function within the Bozeman Health standards of care which include accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communication all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The RN possesses excellent communication skills.

Required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN, ASN, AAS, AAN)
• Current Montana Licensure Registered Nurse (RN)
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN, BAN)

Essential Job Functions

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must maintain timely completion of all required education, trainings, and certifications as assigned and in accordance with Bozeman Health policies, department-specific requirements, applicable certification program and registry requirements, and other applicable regulatory requirements.

• Collects Comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or the situation (Assessment)
• Analyzes the assessment data to determine diagnoses or issues (Diagnosis)
• Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient or the situation
• Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes (Plan of Care)
• Implements the identified plan of care
• Employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment
• Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice
• Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice
• Evaluates one’s own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules and regulations
• Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues
• Collaborates with patient, family and others in the conduct of nursing practice
• Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice
• Integrates research findings into practice
• Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrate sound judgment, patience, and maintain a professional demeanor at all times
• Exercise tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality
• Perform essential job functions successfully in a fast-paced environment
• Learn current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines
• Demonstrate the Bozeman Health SPIRIT values of: Service, People, Integrity, Respect, Improvement, and Teamwork.

Schedule Requirements

• This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
• The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds): Exerting force and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
• Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Stand (Repeatedly): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Walk (Repeatedly): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
• Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
• Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly): Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
• Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
• Push/Pull (Repeatedly): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
• Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
• Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
• Exposures (Continuously): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases are caused by contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.
• Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.

Other Information

Job Family: Nursing

Shift

Variable Shifts

Workplace Location

On-site

This position is represented by the Montana Nurse's Association.