Quality Assurance Registered Nurse
Whitefish, MT
RN · Geriatric
Posted Jun 18 · Not open to new grads
- Shift
- Days
- Hours a week
- 40
- Unit
- Geriatric
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days · 5 a week · 40 hours
- Weekends
- Weekends required
- On the floor
- Charge shifts · Precepting expected · On call
- Setting
- Long Term Care
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 2+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in Montana is $38/hr, across 98 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Registered Nurses, we have an opportunity for you! Our 100 bed, skilled nursing facility in beautiful Whitefish, Montana is seeking an experienced RN who is familiar with the demographic, to assist the Director of Nursing with compliance and oversite of systems in the facility in addition to educating the staff to achieve the best outcomes for those we steward. The ideal candidate would hold an unencumbered licensure in MT or compact state license, would have a strong grasp of CMS and Montana state regulations in the long term care setting, have at least 2 years’ experience in a management, possess the ability to lead staff and hold them accountable, possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with a passion for delivering high-quality healthcare and improving patient outcomes.
This is an in-person position.
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Salary is $50 - $65 per hour based on experience, shifts include Tuesday through Saturday 8-4pm, as well as on call rotation. Any out of state applicants will need to be willing to relocate in close proximity to the building.
Why Join Us? Become a vital part of a dedicated team that strives to make a difference in our community. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
If you’re ready to take on this rewarding challenge and help shape the future of patient care, we encourage you to apply today!
To Apply: Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and motivation for the role to [email address/contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you!
Responsibilities
Evaluates the quality of patient care. Monitors compliance with current laws, process improvements, and implementation of clinical best practices. Reviews and analyses of resindent and staff concern.
Assist in training staff on new or improved clinical practices. The position will set work schedules, delegate assignments, assign tasks and assist in evaluating employee job performance when requested by the Director of Nursing. QA Nurse will assist in setting goals and standards for the facility.
While on-call QA nurse will handle all supervisory duties for the unit delegated by the Director of Nursing, overseeing registered and licensed practical nurses, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff. Aide in supervision of the nursing department and dining rooms, as delegated. Weekly wound measurements and documentation Completing skill competencies Monitoring weekly/monthly weights Tracking immunizations Promote the physical and emotional well-being of skilled nursing facility residents, ensuring a coordination of quality care, from pre-admission through discharge.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with residents, resident representatives and members of the Interdisciplinary Team Work in collaboration with the IDT to ensure accurate and timely completion of all Medicare documents in order to maintain regulatory compliance.
Qualifications
Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with at least 2 years’ experience in LTC/SNF care. One (1) year experience Preferred as a QA Nurse or Nurse Manager
- Current ALS or BLS certification
- Possess the ability to take call in rotation
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Requirements
- Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with at least 2 years’ experience in LTC/SNF care.
- One (1) year experience Preferred as a QA Nurse or Nurse Manager
- · Current ALS or BLS certification
- · Possess the ability to take call in rotation
Place
- City
- Whitefish, MT
- Rent against this pay
- 16% of monthly gross
- Local household income
- $73,811/yr
- State price level
- 5% below the national average
$1,354 median rent against $8,667 a month at $50/hr for 40 hours a week, before tax. Census ACS 2024.
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Montana index 94.6, where 100 is the national average.
A gateway to Glacier National Park, Whitefish pairs small-town warmth with year-round outdoor adventure. Ski Whitefish Mountain Resort in winter, paddle Flathead Lake in summer, and unwind in a compact downtown with local breweries and shops. Ideal for nurses seeking a close-knit mountain community with a strong four-season lifestyle.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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Sweetwater Care operates a 100-bed skilled nursing facility in Whitefish, Montana, with corporate headquarters in Carlsbad, California. The organization's mission is to transition facilities to become the preferred care provider in the community by building trusting relationships through rigorous and…
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