LTC Nurse- RN/LPN Days & Nights
River Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation
Billings, Montana
- Eligibility
- Sign-on bonus
Posted Oct 17 · New grads welcomed
- License
- RN or LPN license Nursing License (Required)Nursing License
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed
- License
- Nursing License Nursing License (Required)
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
Why start this early?
Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.
What it pays
- Sign-on bonus
- $10,000
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through differentials and sign-on bonus repayment terms?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
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RN/LPN Night Nurse – Starting at $42+/Hour | Up to $10,000 Incentive!
River Ridge Rehab & Nursing | Billings, MT
NOW HIRING – Registered Nurses (RNs) & Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)
Full-Time & Part-Time Night Shift Opportunities
Competitive Pay & Commitment Incentives!
- Starting Wage: $42.00/hour , with higher wages based on experience!
- RN Commitment Incentive: $10,000 for full-time positions.
- LPN Commitment Incentive: $5,000 for full-time positions.
- Part-Time Nurses: Eligible for 50% of the applicable commitment incentive.
- New Graduates Welcome! Experience is preferred but not required.
Commitment incentives are subject to applicable employment terms and eligibility requirements.
Join a Nursing Team That Values You!
At River Ridge Rehab & Nursing, we believe exceptional resident care starts with exceptional nurses!
We're looking for compassionate, dependable, and motivated RNs and LPNs who want to make a difference while earning competitive wages and working in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Our goal is simple: Create a great place to work and a great place to live.
Whether you're an experienced nurse looking for a new opportunity or a recent graduate ready to begin your career, River Ridge offers the chance to grow professionally, build meaningful relationships, and make a lasting impact.
Why Choose River Ridge?
- Competitive Starting Pay: $40+/hour with increases based on experience.
- Generous Commitment Incentives: Up to $10,000 for RNs and $5,000 for LPNs.
- Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities: Find the right fit for your schedule.
- New Graduates Encouraged to Apply: Build your confidence and develop your clinical skills.
- Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside dedicated nurses, CNAs, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care.
- Meaningful Work: Make a difference in residents' lives while building lasting relationships.
What You'll Do
As an RN or LPN at River Ridge, you'll play an essential role in providing quality nursing care and supporting our residents and healthcare team.
Your responsibilities will include
- Provide compassionate, individualized nursing care while promoting resident dignity and independence.
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Assess and monitor residents, recognizing and communicating changes in condition.
- Collaborate with providers, nursing staff, and families to coordinate resident care.
- Supervise and support CNAs and delegate responsibilities within your scope of practice.
- Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation and assessments.
- Assist with resident admissions, discharges, and care planning.
- Respond to resident needs and clinical concerns using sound nursing judgment.
- Help maintain a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for residents and staff.
What We're Looking For
- Current RN or LPN license in good standing, or eligibility for Montana licensure before beginning licensed nursing duties.
- New graduates welcome – experience is not required!
- Previous skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care experience preferred.
- Strong communication, critical-thinking, and organizational skills.
- Dependable, compassionate, and team-oriented individuals.
- Commitment to providing excellent, resident-centered care.
- Ability to meet applicable clinical, professional, and employment requirements.
Your Career. Your Team. Your Impact.
At River Ridge Rehab & Nursing, we know that nurses are the heart of quality resident care. We value team members who support one another, take pride in their work, and bring compassion and professionalism to every shift.
If you're looking for competitive compensation, opportunities to grow, and a workplace where your contributions matter, we'd love to have you on our team!
Apply Today!
River Ridge Rehab & Nursing – Billings, Montana
- Starting Pay: $42+/Hour, based on experience
- RN Commitment Incentive: Up to $10,000
- LPN Commitment Incentive: Up to $5,000
Schedule
Night Shift | Full-Time & Part-Time
New Graduates Encouraged to Apply!
Join River Ridge and help us create a great place to work and a great place to live!
River Ridge Rehab & Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN Pay: $42.00 - $46.00 per hour
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting
- Acute care
- Long term care
- Nursing home
- Rehabilitation center
License/
Certification
- Nursing License (Required)
Work Location: In person
What's around it?
Billings, MTFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 7% below the US average
- Median rent
- $1,138/mo
- Household income
- $73,712/yr, all local households, not nurse pay