Nursing Aide

Job Description

NURSING AIDE
MONTANA STATE PRISON
DEER LODGE, MT

The
Montana Department of Corrections (DOC)
is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community, the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!
The
Rehabilitation and Enterprises Division
plays a critical role in Montana's correctional system - supporting the physical and mental well‑being of inmates, providing education and job‑readiness programs, guiding community reintegration, and offering trauma‑informed services to victims. This is work with purpose, and we're looking for people who are ready to make a difference.
As a
Nursing Aide
in our 24/7 Infirmary Unit, you'll be at the heart of clinical care inside a secure facility. The unit features 13 inpatient beds and supports more than 1,400 inmates, offering a uniquely dynamic and meaningful healthcare environment. In this role you will:
Deliver
hands‑on patient care
and support medical case management across the facility.
Perform medical screenings, triage, daily sick call, medication administration, and chronic care support.
Provide education, counseling, and assistance with daily living activities.

Maintain safety and security within a structured, team‑oriented environment.
Help stabilize and support inmates so they can successfully reintegrate into the general population or the community.
This is not your typical Nursing Aide role - it's
purpose‑driven care
in a challenging, highly rewarding setting.

QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
High school diploma or equivalent.
1-2 years of job-related experience.

May be certified in Basic Life Safety.
Graduation from a Nursing Training Program is preferred but not required.
Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

BENEFITS
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous

State of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a "Relevant File". In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered. Successful applicants will be subject to:
Criminal history check
Child/patient/offender abuse registries

Reference checks
The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification.

For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here,
https://www.e-verify.gov/
.

NOTICES
Prison Rape Elimination Act -
Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position.
Tobacco Free -
The use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections buildings. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.

Applicant Pool Statement
:

If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Training Assignment
:

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $

26.41

-

26.41

Hourly

Telework Eligibility
:

Not Telework Eligible

Benefits Package Eligibility
:

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings
:

1

Employee Status
:

Regular

Schedule
:

Full-Time

Job Type
:

Standard

Shift
:

Variable

Travel
:

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location
:

Deer Lodge

Agency
:

Department of Corrections

Union
:

Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date
:

Aug 19, 2026, 11:04:32 AM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)
:

Sep 3, 2026, 1:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials
:

None

Contact Name
:

Paula Plattner

|

Contact Email
:

paula.plattner@mt.gov

|

Contact Phone
:

406-916-0858

Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the 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.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
High school diploma or equivalent.
1-2 years of job-related experience.

May be certified in Basic Life Safety.
Graduation from a Nursing Training Program is preferred but not required.
Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.