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Water Resources Office lists this LPN II at Veterans Home — Shift Differential & Benefits opportunity in columbia falls, Montana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description - Aggregate Licensed Practical Nurse )
Position Title:
Aggregate Licensed Practical Nurse 2 - ( )
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as an Aggregate Licensed Practical Nurse at the Montana Veterans’ Home.
TheMontana Veterans' Home (MVH) , located in Columbia Falls, is a Medicare/Medicaid and Veterans Administration-certified facility with 105 intermediate/skilled-care beds and 12 domiciliary beds. The nursing facility includes a 15-bedDementia Careunit. MVH has been providing services to Veterans since 1896. The Montana Veterans' Home is located next to the Flathead River just minutes away from Glacier National Park. A large pavilion, walking paths, and protected courtyards provide ample opportunities for outdoor access. The facility offers individual and group activities, spiritual services, support group services, and social services. The skilled and rehabilitative services include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and dietitian services.
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) provide nursing care to residents. Responsibilities include performing nursing assessments, administering medications, coordinating care, maintaining records, performing treatments and procedures, and providing nursing support to physicians. Work schedules vary by availability and may include shift differential pay.
Position: Aggregate Licensed Practical Nurse
Schedule: Variable
LPN and CNA shift differential shall be paid as follows:
Evening Shift $1.75/hr.
Night Shift $3.00/hr.
Why Join DPHHS?
Our mission at DPHHS: 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.
TheState of Montana's benefits package includes 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, offering a wide range of advancement opportunities, whether you are entering the workforce or have several years of experience.
Effective June 29, 2026, DPHHS is participating in E-Verify at this hiring location to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here:
How to Apply:
To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.
Resume
Letter of Interest (Internal Only)
To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit your application on the State of Montana Careers website.work4dphhs.com.
Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources at
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: $
36.20 - 36.20 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility : Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
Number of Openings
Number of Openings
: 2 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : VariableJob Type
: Standard
Shift
Shift
: VariableTravel
: No
Primary Location
Primary Location
: Columbia Falls Agency : Department of Public Health & Human Services Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees
Posting Date
Posting Date
: Jul 8, 2026, 4:36:59 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Ongoing
Required Application Materials : Resume, Letter of Interest (Internal Position)
Contact Name : Kathy Ray | Contact Email : | Contact Phone : The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's 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.
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Worksite address
columbia falls, MT, 59912, US
Who can apply
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