RN/LPN - Acute Care

GLENDIVE MEDICAL CENTER; Glendive (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join GLENDIVE MEDICAL CENTER as a Registered Nurse or LPN in a vibrant Critical Access Hospital. This role provides a diverse patient care experience, offering training across various departments. Ideal candidates should be licensed in Montana, with strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills. We are committed to community health and encourage passionate professionals to apply.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with partial company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Short Term Disability

Qualifications

• Must have BLS certification.
• ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, NRP certifications recommended.

Responsibilities

• Supervises care given by nonprofessional staff.
• Demonstrates proficiency in administering nursing process.
• Evaluates and documents patient's response to nursing care.
• Identifies abnormal diagnostic data.
• Assesses the patient's clinical status.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership Skills

Flexibility

Education

Current license to practice nursing in Montana

Job description

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About the Company: As a leading employer in Glendive Montana, Glendive Medical Center (GMC) is committed to caring, healing, and a healthier community. GMC lives by SERVE —providing compassionate service, striving for excellence, treating all with respect, practicing responsible stewardship, and engaging our community to improve health. We take pride in uplifting and giving back to our community! If you are bright, highly motivated, community oriented, and a team player we encourage you to apply!

About the Role: Working in a Critical Access Hospital provides clinicians with a unique opportunity to have a more diverse patient care experience. The Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse position at Glendive Medical Center is a direct patient care position which works with patients of all ages and needs. Our services include Medical, Surgical, OB, Pediatrics, ER, ICU, Transitional Care, and Behavioral Health. The Acute Care Directors of Nursing and Nursing Supervisors will work with each nurse to develop his/her education and competencies to be able to provide care in each area assigned tailored to each nurse’s specific interests. The LPN will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).

Responsibilities:

• Supervises care given by nonprofessional staff and provides instruction as needed for delegated tasks.
• Will demonstrate proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process.
• Will obtain and document a nursing history from patients and/or family that is comprehensive of present condition and prior problems.
• LPN - Under the direction of the RN or nursing supervisor, will obtain and document a nursing history from patients and/or family that is comprehensive of present condition and prior problems.
• Performs basic assessment of patients, including vital signs, indicating adequate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
• The nurse will take into consideration a holistic approach to assess the physical, psychosocial, ethnic, cultural, and spiritual needs of the patient.
• Must be able to note changes in clinical status and pursue more specific investigations and assessments as needed.
• Identifies abnormal diagnostic data and shows a fundamental understanding of its implications by reporting information to the physician and others caring for the patient, and by incorporating information in the nursing care plan.
• Must be able to recognize clinical signs of a significant change in condition, quickly initiate emergency cares/resuscitation, and call for a rapid response or code blue as appropriate.
• LPN - In collaboration with an RN, the patient and patient's care team the LPN will participate in the development of the plan of care establishing priorities and setting realistic and measurable goals.
• Development of nursing diagnosis based on patient history and clinical judgement to actual and potential health problems or life processes. For example: fall risk, impaired skin integrity, nutritional deficit, and knowledge deficit.
• Contribution to development of the interdisciplinary plan of care: Uses assessment information to develop an individualized care plan before the end of duty time that communicates enough information for incoming staff to adequately care for the patient.
• Reviews care plans for assigned patients on a routine basis.
• Includes the patient and his/her family in planning care, establishing priorities, and setting measurable goals.
• Implementation of nursing interventions based on clinical judgement and knowledge to enhance patient outcomes such as direct care, education, disease prevention, health promotion, etc.
• Evaluates and documents the patient's response to nursing care defined in the nursing care plan.
• Under the direction of the RN, the LPN should implement nursing interventions based on clinical judgement and knowledge to enhance patient outcomes such as direct care, education, disease prevention, health promotion, etc.
• Evaluates and documents the patient's response to nursing care.
• The LPN should assess the patient's progress towards goals and expected outcomes, and evaluate the need for changes to the plan of care in conjunction with a RN or nursing supervisor.
• The nurse should assess the patient's progress towards goals and expected outcomes, and evaluate the need for changes to the plan of care.
• Supports nursing care standards through adherence to existing policies and procedures.
• Must use effective time management in completing nursing tasks/assessments, medication administration, treatments, patient education, documentation, etc. in order to give a concise/accurate patient report at the end of their shift.
• Incorporates safety, infection control standards, and risk prevention skills in all aspects of their daily work.
• Consistently uses a team approach by assisting other healthcare team members in a professional and collaborative manner.
• Participates in peer review as appropriate.
• Uses concepts of professional ethics while providing care.
• Each nurse must complete an initial skills competency check-off during orientation and participate in on-going/yearly competencies.
• Must have adequate knowledge of hospital and community resources to provide education and appropriate referrals to patients/families.
• Will use the appropriate processes for reporting incidents, notification of their nursing supervisor, and the chain of command.
• Assumes responsibility for professional growth by attendance at educational programs or course, review of current practice in nursing literature, and routine unit meetings or in-services.

Qualifications:

• Current license to practice nursing in Montana or a compact license with multi-state privileges.
• Previous experience as a licensed nurse is preferred.
• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, NRP certifications recommended. May be obtained after hire within a reasonable time frame. Must be maintained with ongoing re-certifications when due.

Required Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and on call duty.

Preferred Skills:

• Charge Nurse duties may be assigned when a nurse is able to demonstrate clinical leadership skills, critical thinking, ability to handle patient emergencies with confidence, is competent to work in each clinical area, and understands coordinating additional resources necessary for patient care coordination.

Additional Job Information:

• Pay: This is a non-exempt, hourly position and employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis
• Bonus: Position may be eligible for recruitment incentives.
• Typical Schedule: 12 Hour Shifts (7AM – 7PM or 7PM – 7 AM)
• Location: On Site – 202 Prospect Dr, Glendive MT 59330

Employees are eligible on the 1st of the month following the completion of 59 days of employment for:

• Medical Insurance and Healthcare Spending Accounts
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance Policy for each full-time employee at 1.5 times their salary up to $50,000.
• Company Paid Long Term Disability
• A wide variety of voluntary fringe benefits

Upon the Completion of 30 days employees are eligible for:

• 401(k) with partial company match
• 100% vested after two years of employment.
• PTO
• Paid Float Holidays
• Extended Illness paid time off

About the Community:

Glendive, Montana offers a blend of small-town charm, outdoor adventure, and a growing entrepreneurial spirit. It's known for its safety, friendly community, and proximity to natural attractions like Makoshika State Park and the Yellowstone River.

Here's a more detailed look at the reasons for considering relocation to Glendive:

1. Small-Town Charm and Community:

• Glendive is a safe and friendly city, known for its "small town charm".
• It's a great place to connect with neighbors and be part of a close-knit community.
• The downtown area is experiencing growth, with new boutiques, specialty shops, and art.

2. Outdoor Recreation and Natural Beauty:

• Makoshika State Park: Glendive is the gateway to this park, which boasts stunning badlands scenery, dinosaur fossils, and various activities like hiking, camping, and stargazing.
• Yellowstone River: The river runs right through town, providing opportunities for fishing, boating, and agate hunting.
• Short Pine OHV Recreation Area: Over 2,800 acres of trails are available for off-roading.
• Fort Peck Lake: Nearby, this large lake offers camping, boating, and fishing.
• Montana's Trail to the Stars: Glendive is a part of this trail, known for its dark skies and stargazing opportunities.

3. Proximity to other attractions:

• Glendive is within a few hours of attractions like Mount Rushmore, Deadwood, and Medora.

4. Climate:

• Eastern Montana weather is characterized by a semi-arid climate with warm summers and cold winters. It's part of the Northern Great Plains, experiencing warm summers and cold, dry winters. Spring and summer tend to be wetter than winter, and there can be a lot of wind.

Here's a more detailed look:

• Summers: Warm and dry, with sunshine being the norm. Temperatures can reach into the 80s and 90s.
• Winters: Cold and dry, with snow possible at any time of the year. Temperatures can drop well below freezing, with occasional sub-zero temperatures.
• Spring and Fall: Can be unpredictable and variable, with possible swings in temperature and weather patterns.

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  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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