Since 1873, Providence has improved the care of the people of Western Montana by combining compassionate patient service with accessible, world-class health care. The Providence Montana Health Foundation invests our passion and resources in the region by supporting advanced medical equipment, capital expansion and the greatest needs to ensure superior medical care for our families, friends and neighbors.

St. Patrick Hospital is proud to be a Magnet® recognized hospital.  Designated since 2013 by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for quality patient care, nursing excellence and innovations in professional nursing practice.  Only 8% of hospitals nationwide have achieved Magnet designations.  We continue our Magnet journey, looking forward to our third designation in 2023.  Learn more about nursing at St. Patrick Hospital. 

The ANCC Magnet Recognition Program recognizes the top health care organizations in the nation for providing nursing excellence. 

Health care organizations that become Magnet empower their nurses to reach their full potential, with a detailed roadmap to advance nursing excellence. Earning Magnet status demonstrates to the community that St. Patrick Hospital recognizes the invaluable potential of nurses and our commitment to providing excellent patient care.