Description:

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

The Intensive Behavior Center (IBC) is an intensive, short-term treatment facility in Boulder, Montana for individuals who have intellectual disabilities. This 12-bed facility provides an environment for building healthy, effective, and fulfilling lives so those receiving treatment can live successfully in the community after discharge.

Registered Nurses (RNs) provide assistance and support to clients in a therapeutic environment. This position performs nursing assessment, planning, interventions, and evaluation for the adult clients in the facility.

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

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Knowledge of nursing, medications, and treatment planning.

• Knowledge of client's rights regarding medical treatment.

• Ability to plan and implement appropriate nursing care interventions.

• Ability to provide client assessment and appropriate documentation.

• Meet minimum qualifications:

o Must be a graduate of an accredited college or university degree in nursing.

o Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Montana or eligible to obtain Montana licensure.

o Three years of job-related work experience.

o Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit your application and resume on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

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.