RN Critical Care

The RN–Critical Care provides direct patient care to medical and surgical patients requiring advanced monitoring and high‑acuity support. This includes operating complex medical equipment, managing multiple IV lines, assisting ventilated patients, and caring for patients with central lines, arterial lines, and chest tubes. Nurses in this role act as clinical leaders, help precept staff, and ensure safe, evidence‑based practices across all shifts.
Key Responsibilities

Deliver direct patient care for high‑acuity medical/surgical and critical‑care patients.
Operate advanced equipment including:

Ventilators
Central lines & A‑lines
Multiple IV pumps
Invasive monitoring devices


Assess, plan, and implement care with minimal supervision.
Provide care from admission to discharge, including discharge planning.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams: Providers, Charge Nurses, CNAs, Housekeeping, Dietary, and Supervisors.
Precept and mentor new staff.

Certifications

BLS – required
ACLS – required
PALS, EPNC, TNCC – preferred

Education Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program.
Montana RN License – required.