Urgent Care RN
Big Sky, MT
Thrive Staffing
4x10 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse (RN)

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse works collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team, plans and implements patient and family education, and is responsible for assessing the needs of patients and initiating appropriate interventions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Montana Licensure (Registered Nurse)
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the pre-hospital setting, such as Ski Patrol, Search & Rescue, or Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
• Emergency Department, Urgent Care, or other acute care clinical experience
• Outpatient or walk-in clinic experience
• Proficient in computer systems and electronic health record operations

Essential Job Functions

• Collect comprehensive data relevant to the patient's health or situation.
• Analyze assessment data to determine diagnoses or issues.
• Identify expected outcomes for a patient-specific plan.
• Develop a plan that prescribes strategies to achieve expected outcomes.
• Implement the identified plan of care.
• Promote health and maintain a safe environment.
• Enhance the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
• Maintain knowledge and competency reflective of current nursing practices.
• Evaluate personal nursing practice in relation to professional standards and guidelines.
• Interact with and contribute to the professional development of peers.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and others in nursing practice.
• Integrate ethical provisions into all aspects of practice.
• Incorporate research findings into practice.
• Provide leadership within the professional practice setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, and professionalism at all times.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure and busy environment.
• Creative problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Flexible in working varied shifts.
• Exhibits tact, discretion, and sensitivity while maintaining confidentiality.
• Self-directed and completes assignments accurately and thoroughly.
• Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.

Schedule Requirements

This role necessitates regular and sustained attendance, potentially working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting: Ability to exert force occasionally and/or use a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people (up to 50 pounds).
• Sitting: Ability to maintain a sitting posture for extended periods.
• Standing: Ability to maintain a standing posture for extended periods.
• Walking: Ability to move around within the work area, requiring good balance and coordination.
• Climbing: Occasional ascension or descension using feet and legs.
• Twisting/Bending/Stooping/Kneeling: Flexibility and a wide range of motion required.
• Reaching Above Shoulder Level: Required strength and stability for lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects above shoulder height.
• Fine Finger Movements: Continuous work with fingers, such as typing or handling medical equipment.
• Vision: Close visual acuity is necessary to prepare and analyze data and figures, and to read various materials.
• Cognitive Skills: Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions.
• Exposure: Continuous exposure to bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and various chemicals, as well as emotionally challenging situations.

Shift Information

Day shift only, including weekends and holidays. Schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts.

Holiday Coverage

Holiday coverage is required.

Minimum Years of Experience

Minimum of 2 years of relevant nursing experience is required.

Certifications / Requirements