Registered Nurse ER | Sunburst, Montana

Job Description

Job Description

Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

An opportunity to apply specialized nursing skills in a critical access hospital setting awaits. This contract position involves providing exceptional care to patients in both the Emergency Room and Medical-Surgical units at a small, community-focused facility. Experience in an ER environment is preferred, but applicants with solid nursing backgrounds and a passion for rural healthcare will find this role rewarding. Location: Sunburst, Montana, offers a serene small-town atmosphere with close-knit community values. Surrounded by beautiful landscapes and open spaces, it provides a peaceful place to live and work while remaining connected to essential amenities. Key Responsibilities: Manage patient care in an 8-bed unit (3 ER beds, 5 Medical-Surgical beds) with a patient-to-nurse ratio of 3:1. Perform triage, physical assessments, administer medications, and assist with wound care, splints, and casting. Handle IV skills, chest tube setups, and midnight ER registration using Meditech EMR. Collaborate with CNAs, receptionists, charge nurses, and other staff to ensure smooth department operations. Utilize medical equipment such as Baxter Sigma Spectrum IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing systems, and Spacelabs monitors. Qualifications & Desired Experience: Registered Nurse with a minimum of 2 years experience; ER background preferred, especially in a critical access or rural setting. Licenses/Certifications:

BLS and ACLS required; CPI/MOAB, TNCC, NRP, and PALS preferred. Strong IV skills, ability to perform physical assessments, manage emergency situations, and use EMR systems confidently. Ability to work both 12-hour day (0800-2000) and night (2000-0800) shifts, with every-other-weekend and holiday rotation. Schedule: 12-hour shifts, day and night rotations available. Weekend rotation every other week. Holiday rotation every other holiday. This contract role provides the chance to gain valuable experience in a supportive, upbeat environment where teamwork is a priority. Free parking and a diverse patient population with common diagnoses such as pneumonia, COPD, cardiac concerns, and diabetes add to the appeal for nurses looking to expand their clinical skills. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact while refining your expertise in rural emergency nursing, submit your application today. Flexible contract length options are available.