Certified Nurse Aide / Part-Time

Water Resources Office; Lewistown (MT); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Holidays

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services invites applications for a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) position at the Montana Mental Health and Nursing Care Center (MMHNCC) in Lewistown. The center is a licensed residential facility for long‑term care and treatment of individuals with mental disorders who require a level of care not available in the community.

The CNA will assist residents with basic hygiene, take vital signs, transport residents to appointments, and perform duties as

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate information and follow instructions orally and in writing.
• Ability to observe and accurately record information.
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others over time.
• Basic knowledge of personal hygiene.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of job-related experience working with people in a healthcare setting or group home.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with basic hygiene, including bathing, oral hygiene, and dressing.
• Take and record vital signs, collect specimens, and provide assistance during emergency situations.
• Transport residents to appointments or other locations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned according to shift schedule and availability.

Skills

Communication skills

Record keeping

Teamwork

Personal hygiene

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Certified Nurse Aide / Part-Time (26141749)

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) invites applications for a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) position at the Montana Mental Health and Nursing Care Center (MMHNCC) in Lewistown. The center is a licensed residential facility for long‑term care and treatment of individuals with mental disorders who require a level of care not available in the community.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with basic hygiene, including bathing, oral hygiene, and dressing.
• Perform health‑related tasks such as taking and recording vital signs, collecting specimens, and providing assistance during emergency situations.
• Transport residents to appointments or other locations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned according to shift schedule and availability.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate information and follow instructions orally and in writing.
• Ability to observe and accurately record information.
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others over time.
• Basic knowledge of personal hygiene.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of job‑related experience working with people in a healthcare setting or group home.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan (defined contribution), paid vacation (15 days per year), paid sick leave (12 days per year), and holidays (11 days per year). Eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Schedule & Travel

Part‑time schedule with variable shifts. Applicable shift differential pay. Travel up to 5% of time may be required.

Pay

$26.41 per hour.

How to Apply

Submit your application on the State of Montana Careers website. Successful applicants will undergo background checks and reference checks. DPHHS is an equal‑opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a reasonable accommodation with the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The State of Montana does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other factor unrelated to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.