Registered Nurse

Job Description

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within Montana State Hospital - Grasslands.

This position is located in Helena, MT at the Grasslands facility, which is an off-site facility of the Montana State Hospital. It is funded through June 30, 2027. After this date, the position may be funded permanently or may be subject to a reduction in force (RIF).

Montana State Hospital (MSH) is the only public psychiatric hospital in Montana and is eager to build an environment of dedicated and energetic full-time
Registered Nurses
. Our motto is "making a difference one life at a time" and by joining our team, you can apply your knowledge and skills to help make a difference in our patients' lives. In addition, you will be eligible to participate in our generous
benefits package, hiring bonus, competitive wages, practical schedule and more!

A
Registered Nurse
at Montana State Hospital utilizes a "Team Nursing" approach to provide care and support to clients within the framework of a therapeutic environment. This position performs nursing assessment, planning, interventions, and evaluation for adult clients with serious mental illness. Responsibilities include assigning work and providing direction and training to subordinate nursing personnel.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and 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, sick leave, and holidays, 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.
Strong knowledge in patients' rights regarding medical treatment.
Ability to plan and implement appropriate nursing care interventions.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
Must be a graduate of an accredited college or university degree in nursing.
Must have an active, unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Montana, or the ability to become licensed in the State of Montana.
Preferred experience working with psychiatric inpatient treatment programs.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application 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.

Resume

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.

Additional Information

This position is grant funded through June 30, 2027.

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
:

Not Applicable

Salary: $

53.01

-

53.01

Hourly

Telework Eligibility
:

Not Telework Eligible

Benefits Package Eligibility
:

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings
:

6

Employee Status
:

Regular

Schedule
:

Full-Time

Job Type
:

Standard

Shift
:

Variable

Travel
:

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location
:

Helena

Agency
:

Department of Public Health & Human Services

Union
:

Montana Nurses Association

Posting Date
:

Sep 24, 2026, 12:39:46 PM

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

Oct 9, 2026, 1:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials
:

Resume

Contact Name
:

Kathleen Tarkalson

|

Contact Email
:

kathleen.tarkalson@mt.gov

|

Contact Phone
:

406-693-7392

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

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
Must be a graduate of an accredited college or university degree in nursing.
Must have an active, unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Montana, or the ability to become licensed in the State of Montana.
Preferred experience working with psychiatric inpatient treatment programs.