Certified Nurse Aide

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as a Certified Nurse Aide at the Montana Mental Health and Nursing Care Center.

The Montana Mental Health Nursing Care Center (MMHNCC) in Lewistown is a licensed residential facility for the long-term care and treatment of persons who have mental disorders and who require a level of care not available in the community.

Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) assist residents with daily living activities. Responsibilities include\: 1) assisting the residents with basic hygiene such as bathing, oral hygiene, and dressing; 2) performing health related tasks such as taking and recording vital signs, collecting specimens, and assisting in emergency situations; and 3) transports the residents to appointments assisting as needed. Work schedules vary by availability and may include shift differential pay.

This position is eligible for a hiring incentive up to $7,500. Find out more by visiting work4dphhs.com.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to 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 (15 days per year), sick leave (12 days per year), and holidays (11 per year), 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 whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

This position does offer a nurse aide trainee option with a training assignment that is not eligible for the sign-on bonus and starts at a lower wage until the candidate becomes certified.