Registered Nurse

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Knowledge of nursing, medications, and treatment planning.
• Knowledge of patient’s rights regarding medical treatment.
• Knowledge of current psychopharmacology.
• Skill in the use of the basic instruments and equipment of the nursing profession.
• Ability to plan and implement appropriate nursing care interventions.
• Ability to perform accurate and thorough work.
• Ability to provide patient assessment and appropriate documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze, assemble, and organize information.
• Ability to proficiently utilize technology related to patient care information systems.
• 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.

o    Preferred experience working with psychiatric inpatient treatment programs.

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.