LPN | Intermediate Swing Bed Unit in Shelby | PRN status

Job Description Summary
LPN | Intermediate Swing Bed
Shelby, Montana

As an Intermediate Swing Bed LPN, you provide consistent, relationship-based care in a calm, supportive setting. This role offers a steady pace of nursing and the opportunity to build meaningful connections with patients over time.

You care for patients who no longer need acute inpatient care or active rehab services but still benefit from daily nursing support. Many patients stay long enough for you to really know them, their routines, and their goals. The focus is on comfort, stability, and continuity of care.

Our Mission: Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision: Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Our Core Values: Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

Why This is a Special Role

This Intermediate Swing Bed LPN role offers structure, predictability, and strong team support. The acuity is lower than acute care, and nurses have access to experienced colleagues when guidance is needed. It is a solid fit for nurses who value patient relationships, steady workflows, and a supportive environment.

What You Will Do

• Provide nursing care to intermediate (non-skilled) swing bed patients

• Support patients who have completed or no longer qualify for skilled therapy

• Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and their families

• Lead and support CNAs and other care partners on the unit

• Collaborate with acute care nursing staff when questions or needs arise

• Maintain a calm, steady approach to patient care in a lower-acuity setting

The Patients

• Intermediate (non-skilled) swing bed patients

• Stable medical needs

• Longer length of stay than acute care

• Familiar routines and consistent care plans

• Not receiving active rehab services

• Not acute and not long-term care residents

The Details

• Beds: Up to 10

• Shifts: 8a to 8p or 8p to 8a

• Weekends and holidays: Every other

• On-call: None

What We Are Looking For

• Graduate of an accredited RN program

• Current Montana LPN license or multistate compact license

• BLS required

• ACLS, PALS, or NRP preferred

• At least 2 years of nursing experience preferred

• Experience with long-term care, rehab, or swing bed patients is a plus

This role is well suited for nurses who enjoy consistency, meaningful patient interactions, and being part of a close-knit care team. Come join the Logan Health Intermediate Swing Bed Department today!

Shift:

Variable (United States of America)

Schedule:

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week.  Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

PRN positions (also referred to as Casual, As Needed, or Per Diem) at Logan Health offer flexibility and are designed to provide coverage during busy periods, employee absences, and vacations, making them an excellent opportunity to support the team as needed. PRN employees can participate in a matching 401(k) plan and have access to the Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, they may qualify for hourly differential pay for certain shifts or hours, offering extra compensation based on department-specific scheduling needs. Pay rates and scheduling practices may vary by department.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check

• Reference checks

• Drug Screening

• Health and Immunizations Screening

• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.