Lifepoint Health·Missoula, Montana
The RN manages the nursing process for patients from admission through discharge or transfer within the PACU. They provide expert care, act as a patient advocate, and mentor assistive personnel.
PACU Schedule Requirements (including weekends, holidays): Two (2) 12-hour shifts and on-call rotation. Required qualifications: Current state RN license Associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school BLS for Healthcare Provider upon hire ACLS and PALS within six (6) months of hire Two (2) years recent PACU experience
BSN CPAN certification One (1) year acute adult/critical care/ICU exp within last 3 years Additional Information/Department information: The RN utilizes the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care of patients from admission to the department through discharge or transfer. Provides expert care and education to patients in the PACU setting, acts as a patient advocate, leader, and mentor for assistive personnel. The RN is knowledgeable in clinical surgical procedures, disease processes, interventions, PACU supplies and equipment and pharmacological agents. For additional details, please visit mtnurses.org to review the collective bargaining agreement for MNA Local #15 Community Medical Center. Your experience matters At Community Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Connect with our RN recruiting specialist Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Jarod Grem via email at jarod.grem@lifepointhealth.net How you’ll contribute You’ll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Charge RN and Certification pay if eligible Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness Professional development and growth opportunities About our Health System Community Medical Center is a 151-bed hospital located in Missoula, MT, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters. EEOC Statement “Community Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Community Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.” COVID-19 Update: Community Medical Center is hiring top talent, but we also have a mission of Making Communities Healthier, which means keeping our community safe and to reduce the risk of exposure. We have modified our conditions of employment to include COVID-19 vaccination unless a documented medical or religious exemption is approved. This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol Testing according to MT Law 39-2-205-39-2-211.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Requires a current state RN license, an associate degree in nursing, and two years of recent PACU experience. BLS is required upon hire, with ACLS and PALS certifications needed within six months.
Market context
In Montana, nursing roles such as LPNs are typically in steady demand across hospitals, clinics, long-term care, and rural care settings. These jobs can be competitive because employers often look for current Montana licensure, relevant experience or strong new-graduate preparation, and a commitment to ongoing education. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your Montana LPN license status and tailor your application to any setting-specific experience.