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Location: Great Falls, Montana
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Provide direct patient care to medical, surgical, and cardiovascular patients requiring advanced monitoring.
Care for open heart patients immediately post-surgery (Day 1) with recent open heart recovery experience required.
Operate advanced medical equipment including:
- Central lines (A-lines)
- Multiple IVs
- Balloon pumps
- Impella pumps
- Ventilation support
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
Care for general medical and surgical patients on the inpatient unit.
Assess and implement established policies and procedures with minimal supervision.
Act as a clinical leader and assist with precepting staff.
Provide care from admission to discharge, including discharge planning.
Provide direction to RN, LPN, CNA, housekeeping, and dietary staff.
Receive direction from providers, charge nurse, acute care director, and chief nursing officer.
May be required to care for PCU and Med-Surgical patients if no ICU/CVICU patients are in-house.

Specialty: Nursing (CVICU)
Recent open heart recovery experience required (implies advanced cardiovascular ICU nursing experience).
Years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 2 years in specialty due to advanced skills required.
Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN) license required for Montana.
Prior travel experience: Not specified or required.

This is a 13-week contract position.
The role requires strong clinical leadership and advanced critical care skills in cardiovascular ICU nursing.

Facility

3.9rating(10 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Great Falls Clinic Hospital

5.0rating

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i find my own housing

Marjorie M

LPN / LVN (LPN / LVN)

Staff Position Mar '21 - Sep '23

Review of Great Falls Clinic Hospital on Nov 19, 2025

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ADDRESS1411 Ninth Street SouthGreat Falls, MT 59405

Cost of Living

Great Falls has a cost of living index lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 85°F, while winter lows can drop to around 15°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Great Falls, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and demand.

Transportation

Demographics

The population is predominantly Caucasian with a growing Native American presence.
The age range is diverse, with a significant portion being middle-aged.
Common health issues include heart disease and diabetes.
Great Falls has a community of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities.

Things to Do

Great Falls offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for local steakhouses.
There are art galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, fishing, and boating along the Missouri River.

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