Acute Care - LPN

LPN - Glendive Medical Center - Join a Rural Healthcare Team and Truly Make an Impact!

Location: On-site | 202 Prospect Dr, Glendive, MT 59330 | Acute Care Department

Employment Type: Full-time, Non-exempt, hourly (bi-weekly pay)

Schedule: Three 12‑hour shifts | Rotating days/nights every 6 weeks | Rotating weekends & holidays

Build Your Nursing Career in a Hospital Where Every Role Matters

At Glendive Medical Center, nursing is more than a job-it is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, families, and the community we serve. As a Critical Access Hospital, we provide a broad range of healthcare services, offering nurses the chance to gain experience across multiple patient populations while working alongside a collaborative and supportive care team.

We're looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values teamwork, and is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care. Whether you're an experienced nurse or looking to expand your clinical experience, GMC offers opportunities for growth, learning, and professional development.

The Opportunity

In this role, you'll provide hands-on nursing care to patients across a variety of settings, including:

Medical/Surgical – OB – Pediatrics - ER – ICU - Transitional Care - Behavioral Health

Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse and nursing leadership team, you'll help deliver safe, effective, and patient-focused care while developing skills in multiple areas of acute care nursing.

How You'll Make an Impact

You will:

• Deliver direct nursing care to patients of all ages
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate changes promptly to the care team
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and nursing standards
• Document patient information accurately and thoroughly
• Participate in creating and updating individualized care plans
• Support patient education and wellness initiatives
• Assist with emergency response efforts when necessary
• Promote a safe environment through infection prevention and patient safety practices
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes
• Help guide and oversee delegated tasks performed by support personnel
• Contribute to a culture of professionalism, accountability, and teamwork

What Success Looks Like

Successful candidates are:

• Compassionate and patient-centered
• Dependable and adaptable
• Strong communicators
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Comfortable prioritizing multiple responsibilities
• Team players who are willing to step in and assist where needed
• Committed to continued learning and professional growth

Qualifications

Required

• Current Montana Licensed Practical Nurse license or Compact License with multistate privileges
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment
• Strong critical thinking and organizational skills

Preferred

• Previous clinical nursing experience
• ACLS certification
• PALS certification
• Training related to behavioral health, de-escalation, or crisis intervention

Schedule

• Full-time, three 12-hour shifts
• Rotating day/night shifts
• Weekend and holiday rotation required

Benefits Overview

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO, extended illness, and holiday pay
• Optional additional benefits

Why Nurses Choose GMC

Variety in Your Practice

Experience a wide range of patient care situations and develop skills across multiple departments.

Professional Development

Receive support from nursing leadership through competency training, education opportunities, and clinical development.

Supportive Team Culture

Join a team that values collaboration, respect, and helping each other succeed.

Rural Healthcare Impact

Build meaningful relationships with patients and make a direct difference in the community where you work.

Montana Lifestyle

Enjoy the benefits of small-town living, outdoor recreation, shorter commutes, and a healthier work-life balance.

Physical Demands

This position requires frequent walking, standing, bending, lifting, and responding quickly to patient care needs and emergency situations. Candidates must be able to safely assist with patient handling and perform CPR when required. The role may involve exposure to conditions commonly found in healthcare settings.

Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws.

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a rewarding nursing career where your contributions are valued and your growth is encouraged, we invite you to apply for our Licensed Practical Nurse position at Glendive Medical Center.

Exceptional Care. Close to Home. A Career with Purpose.

Apply now to join a team dedicated to compassionate care.