Registered Nurse

State of Montana; Dillon (MT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligibility

Retirement plan

Job summary

State of Montana is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the MT Youth Challenge Academy in Dillon. The RN will provide daily sick calls, skilled assessments, administer medications and monitor outcomes, under standing orders and protocols.

The role requires licensure as a Montana RN, a Bachelor’s degree in nursing, and at least one year of relevant experience, with duties including triage, documentation, and coordination of care for Cadets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
• Experience in clinical nursing and patient assessment preferred.
• Knowledge of nursing care principles and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care, medication administration and patient triage under protocols.
• Assess Cadet health needs and coordinate with higher-level care as needed.
• Maintain accurate health records and document treatments and reactions.

Skills

Nursing care

Medication administration

Patient triage

Public health nursing knowledge

Interpersonal relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Job Description - Registered Nurse (26142540)

Position Title:

Registered Nurse - ( 26142540 )

The MT Youth Challenge Academy (MYCA) registered nurse (RN) provides services for daily sick calls, skilled nursing assessments, recording and maintaining accurate records, administer medications and monitor patient's reactions or side effects, and makes recommendations for treatment to ensure the overall health and welfare of MYCA resident Cadets.

Up to 10 hours per week are available.

This position requires considerable knowledge of patient care or public health nursing principles, concepts, terminology, equipment, techniques, and practices; dynamics of interpersonal relationships; human growth and development; and available community resources. The position also requires knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures. Requires expert knowledge of professional nursing care principles, practices and procedures in order to assess Cadet's needs, which also involve consideration of the physical, emotional, spiritual and socio-cultural aspects of health care.

This position independently provides nursing care, medication administration and patient triage in accordance with accepted nursing practices. RN works under protocols of care/standing orders that provide instructions for taking care of problems and responding to Cadet needs. Judgement is required to assess Cadet's condition, determine degree of change, triage if necessary, refer offsite to higher level of care or initiate urgent care treatment.

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.

The requirements for licensure of registered nurses in Montana include the provision that the applicant has written a state board test pool examination or national council licensing examination (NCLEX). General requirements for licensure as set forth in the Administrative Rules of Montana Title 24, Chapter 159, Subchapter 12, Rule 22 or ARM 24.159.1222. Must have demonstrated ability to work and engage in diverse working environments within and outside the Department. Conditions of employment: This position must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test, and a background check and is subject to random drug or drug and alcohol testing.

Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in nursing plus one (1) year of relevant experience, AND requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in Montana.

Salary: $

40.50 - 40.50 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility : Retirement Plan Optional

Number of Openings

1 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Variable

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

Dillon Agency : Department of Military Affairs Union : 000 - None

Posting Date

Oct 9, 2026, 2:53:08 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Ongoing

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name : Brandon Kirchgasler | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone] 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.