Registered Nurse 2

Registered Nurse 2 - (25141901)\n\nThe 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.\n\nThe 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.\n\nThe 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.\n\nThis position is eligible for a hiring incentive up to $7,500. Find out more by visiting work4dphhs.com.\n\nWhy Join DPHHS\n\nOur 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.\n\nThe 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.\n\nQualifications for this Career Opportunity : \n

• Knowledge of nursing, medications, and treatment planning.\n
• Knowledge of patients' rights regarding medical treatment.\n
• Ability to identify problems, develop and implement solutions.\n
• Ability to remain calm when being confronted.\n
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.\n
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.\n\nMeet minimum qualifications : \nCurrent Montana State Registered Nurse (RN) License or RN License with a Multistate privilege in a Compact State.\nPreferred : Two years of professional nursing experience.\nOther combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered.\n\nHow to Apply\n\nTo be considered for a DPHHS position, submit your application on the State of Montana Careers website at statecareers.mt.gov.\n\nSuccessful 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.\n\nThis position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.\n\nApplicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.\n\nTraining Assignment : Not Applicable\n\nSalary : $ 49.19 - 49.19 Hourly\n\nSign-On Bonus : This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus for qualifying employees, as described here, in the amount of $7500.00\n\nTelework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible\n\nBenefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan\n\nNumber of Openings : 8\n\nEmployee Status : Regular\n\nSchedule : Full-Time\n\nJob Type : Standard\n\nShift : Variable\n\nTravel : Yes, 5 % of the Time\n\nPrimary Location : Lewistown\n\nAgency : Department of Public Health & Human Services\n\nUnion : Montana Nurses Association\n\nPosting Date : Aug 19, 2025, 4 : 58 : 24 PM\n\nClosing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Ongoing\n\nRequired Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume, References\n\nContact Name : Lori Jones | Contact Email : lori.jones2@mt.gov | Contact Phone : 406 / 535-6935