RN, Hospital - Inpatient Surgical (0.9 FTE)
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.
Position Details
RN, Hospital - Inpatient Surgical (0.9 FTE)
I/P SURGICAL (Billings Clinic Main Campus)
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Shift: Varies
Employment Status: Full-Time (.75 or greater)
Hours per Pay Period: 0.90 = 72 hours (Non-Exempt)
Starting Wage DOE: $34.76 - $52.57
This position may be eligible for a $20,000 sign-on incentive, relocation reimbursement, and tuition loan repayment.
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 patients’ 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
- 2 Year / Associates Degree (ASN) - Associate (or Diploma) RNs hired into this position must commit to completing their Bachelor of Nursing degree within 4 years of their date of hire. Billings Clinic will help support the cost through financial assistance.
- Preferred - 4 Year / Bachelors Degree (BSN)
Experience
- At least one year of RN experience
Certifications and Licenses
- Current Montana state license as a registered nurse, or compact nursing license with ability to obtain a MT RN license within 90 days of hire date.
- ACLS certification preferred or ability to successfully complete ACLS training within two years of hire.
Billings Clinic is Montana’s largest health system serving Montana, Wyoming, and the western Dakotas. A not-for-profit organization led by a physician CEO, the health system is governed by a board of community members, nurses, and physicians. Billings Clinic includes an integrated multi-specialty group practice, tertiary care hospital, and trauma center, based in Billings, Montana.
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.
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