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The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as a Registered Nurse at the Montana Mental Health and Nursing Care Center.

The Montana Mental Health Nursing Care Center (MMHNCC) in Lewistown is a licensed residential facility for the long-term care and treatment of persons who have mental disorders and who require a level of care not available in the community.

The Registered Nurse (RN) performs professional nursing duties to promote and maintain physical health for resident’s mental health nursing care facility.Responsibilities include\:1)Assesses, plans, implements, and documents nursing care for residents following accepted nursing standard practices; 2)Writes comprehensive care plans for each resident that include problems, interventions, and measurable goals; and 3) Serves as the Charge nurse to coordinate facility activities and provide overall management of facility in absence of supervisor. Work schedules vary by availability and may include shift differential pay.

This position is eligible for a hiring incentive up to $7,500. Find out more by visiting work4dphhs.com.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation (15 days per year), sick leave (12 days per year), and holidays (11 per year), work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity\:

-Knowledge of nursing, medications, and treatment planning.
-Knowledge of patients’ rights regarding medical treatment.
-Ability to identify problems, develop and implement solutions.
-Ability to remain calm when being confronted.
-Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
-Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Meet minimum qualifications\:
Current Montana State Registered Nurse (RN) License or RN License with a Multistate privilege in a Compact State.
Preferred\: Two years of professional nursing experience.
Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit your application on the State of Montana Careers website at statecareers.mt.gov.

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus for qualifying employees, as described here, in the amount of $This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus for qualifying employees, as described here, in the amount of $The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.