Acute Care - Nursing Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Nursing Assistant - Join a Rural Healthcare Team and Truly Make an Impact!

Location: On-site at GMC | Full-Time/Hourly (Three 12-Hour Shifts) | If Certified, Base Pay Starts at $17.50 per hour

Looking for a Rewarding Career in Healthcare?

Whether you're already certified or looking to grow your healthcare experience, Glendive Medical Center offers an opportunity to be part of a hospital team that makes a difference every day.

As a Patient Care Assistant in our Acute Care Department, you'll work alongside nurses and physicians to provide hands-on support to hospitalized patients while helping create a comfortable, safe, and positive care experience.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys helping others, thrives in a team environment, and wants direct involvement in patient care. You'll assist with daily activities, monitor patients, gather important health information, and provide support that contributes to excellent clinical outcomes.

• Help patients with personal hygiene and daily living activities
• Assist with walking, repositioning, transfers, and mobility needs
• Support nutritional and hydration needs
• Ensure patient rooms remain clean, organized, and comfortable

• Measure and document vital signs
• Collect patient specimens as directed
• Record intake and output information
• Assist with EKG procedures and cardiac monitoring activities
• Perform assigned patient care duties under nursing supervision

• Answer patient requests and call lights promptly
• Share observations regarding patient conditions with nursing staff
• Participate in shift reports and team communication
• Promote a respectful and supportive atmosphere for patients and coworkers

• Restock supplies and patient care equipment
• Participate in training, meetings, and educational activities
• Assist with maintaining department readiness

Required

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Nursing Assistant training completed within six months of hire

Preferred

• CNA certification
• Medical Assistant certification
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting
• High school diploma or equivalent

• Full-time position
• Three 12-hour shifts each week
• Six-week rotation between day and night shifts
• Weekend and holiday rotations required

• Starting wage of $17.24/hour for qualified certified candidates
• Paid every two weeks

Eligible employees enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Flexible Healthcare Spending Accounts
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Extended Illness Leave
• Paid Float Holidays

At GMC, you'll experience the advantages of rural healthcare while building valuable clinical skills. Our employees enjoy a close-knit team culture, opportunities to learn, and the satisfaction of caring for neighbors and families throughout Eastern Montana.

Join a team where your work matters and your contributions are valued. Apply today.

Apply today and start a rewarding healthcare career.