Licensed Practical Nurse 2

Munro Footwear Group; Columbia Falls (MT); On-site; USD 36,936 - 52,607; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Retirement plans

Paid vacation (15 days/year)

Sick leave (12 days/year)

Holidays (11 per year)

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

A state health services department in Columbia Falls, Montana, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse 2 to provide nursing care to residents, perform assessments, and coordinate treatment plans. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $32.50 and is part of a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and paid vacation. Candidates must have a valid Montana Practical Nurse license and graduate from an accredited nursing program.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current Practical Nurse license in Montana required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to residents.
• Perform nursing assessments and administer treatments.
• Coordinate care and maintain medical records.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Care coordination

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing

Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in Montana

Job description

Job Title

Licensed Practical Nurse 2 (26141011)

Employer

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) at the Montana Veterans’ Home in Columbia Falls.

Facility

Medicare/Medicaid and Veterans' Administration certified facility with 105 intermediate/skilled-care beds, 12 domiciliary beds, and a 15-bed Dementia Care unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to residents.
• Perform nursing assessments, treatments/procedures, administer medications, coordinate care, maintain records, and provide nursing support to physicians.
• Work schedules vary; may include shift differential pay.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission is to serve Montanans to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. Opportunity to perform meaningful public service.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation (15 days/year), sick leave (12 days/year), holidays (11 per year), work/life balance, and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the State of Montana.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Work requires frequent standing and walking, some bending. Lift 50 lbs rarely, 15–20 lbs frequently, reach forward and below frequently, push/pull 60 lbs occasionally, push/pull 10–20 lbs occasionally. Ability to transfer residents safely. Adequate sight, hearing, speech. Exposure to blood, body fluids, unpleasant odors, and daily interaction with sometimes volatile residents. HBV vaccination available.

Salary

$32.50–$32.50 hourly

Shift

Day

Travel

No

Equal Opportunity Statement

DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The State of Montana does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs, veteran status, or any other factor unrelated to merit and qualifications.