Registered Nurse

Taleo; Town of Montana (WI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

Paid leave & holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Montana State Hospital, the state\'s only public psychiatric hospital, invites applications for a Registered Nurse to join its dedicated team under DPHHS. The RN will perform assessments, planning, interventions, and evaluation for adults with serious mental illness within a therapeutic environment.

You must hold an active Montana RN license or be eligible to obtain one. Eligible candidates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, a sign-on bonus, and competitive wages with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited college or university in nursing.
• Must have an active, unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in Montana, or ability to become licensed there.
• Preferred experience with psychiatric inpatient treatment programs.
• Knowledge of nursing, medications, and treatment planning.
• Strong knowledge of patients’ rights regarding medical treatment.
• Ability to plan and implement appropriate nursing care interventions.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessment, planning, interventions, and evaluation for adults with serious mental illness.
• Assigning work and providing direction and training to subordinate nursing personnel.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient care

Team nursing

Medications administration

Communication with patients

Education

RN license/degree

Job description

Job Description - Registered Nurse (26142337)

Position Title:

Registered Nurse - ( 26142337 )

Are you looking to make a difference one life at a time?

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

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 (RN) 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 in the facility. Responsibilities include assigning work and providing direction and training to subordinate nursing personnel.

Benefits may include Insurance coverage for you and your family such as medical, dental, prescription drug, vision, life and long-term disability. Flexible spending accounts, no-cost services at Monana Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Wellness Program, and State retirement plan.

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 w hether 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.

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.

DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

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 Sign-On Bonus : This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus for qualifying employees, as described here , in the amount of $ 7500.00 Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

7

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Variable

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Variable

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

Warm Springs Agency : Department of Public Health & Human Services Union : Montana Nurses Association

Posting Date

Sep 21, 2026, 2:42:13 PM

Closing Date

Oct 19, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials

Resume

Contact

Contact Name : Erin Sampson | 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.