Nursing Aide

State of Montana; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana State Prison in Deer Lodge, MT, is seeking a Nursing Aide to work in the 24/7 Infirmary Unit. You will provide hands-on patient care, medical screenings, triage, and daily living support to inmates within a secure facility.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and rehabilitation-focused care in a challenging setting. Experience in healthcare and willingness to work in a correctional environment are valued.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on patient care and support medical case management.
• 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 reintegrate into the general population or the community.

Skills

Patient care

Care coordination

Basic life safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nursing Training Program (preferred)

Job description

NURSING AIDE

MONTANA STATE PRISON

DEER LODGE, MT

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.

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.