What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse position at Western Montana Mental Health Center?
APRN
Looking for a career that makes a difference in the lives of others, offering hope, meaningful life choices, and better outcomes?
Who we are
Since 1971 Western Montana Mental Health Center (WMMHC) has been the center of community partnership in the 15 counties we serve across western Montana. We have committed to providing whole-person, person-centered care by ensuring an approach to health care that emphasizes recovery, wellness, trauma-informed care, and physical-behavioral health integration. We know the work we do is important and makes a significant impact in the lives of our clients and in our communities.
Working at WMMHC also gives you the opportunity to work under the Big Sky, giving you the adventure of a life time while serving your community and changing lives. We offer a work life balance so you still have time to discover all the natural beauty and recreational dreams that Montana has to offer while still engaging in a career path that is challenging and fulfilling.
If you want to join our team where community is at the heart of what we do, then you’ve come to the right place!
Job Summary:
Come join our diverse provider team that includes psychiatrists, APRN’s, and PA’s to assess, diagnose and treat the mental health needs of our patients. The role of the APRN is diverse and includes prescribing medications for patients who have mental health disorders or substance abuse problems while collaborating with an incredible team to help care for those with severe mental illness in a community care setting.
WMMHC provides care in a variety of settings including outpatient, inpatient crisis facility, and intensive community programs with our PACT and MACT teams. We are closely tied into our communities and build relationships in order to best care for our patients holistically. Empathy, impeccable communication, relationship building skills, and a willingness to learn and collaborate are all traits of our successful medication provider team.
Current openings in Butte, Kalispell, Hamilton, and Missoula
Qualifications
- Master’s degree or Doctorate in Nursing from an accredited institution
- License to practice in the State of Montana and hold current certification as an APRN by ANCC or Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
- Ability to pass background check and driver’s license check upon offer of employment.
- Provide proof of auto liability insurance coverage per Western’s policies.
- Montana Driver’s License with good driving record
Preferred experience
- Extensive training or experience in community based psychiatric treatment of individuals diagnosed with serious emotional disturbance and severe and persistent mental illness
- Comprehensive and current knowledge of psychotropic medications and an understanding of crisis intervention and the use of hospital alternative services
Benefits:
We know that whole-person care is not just important for our clients, but recognize it’s just as important for our employees. WMMHC has worked hard to provide a benefits package that encompasses that same concept. Our comprehensive benefits package focuses on the health, security, and growth of our employees. Benefit offerings will vary based upon full time, part time, or variable status.
- Health Insurance – 3 options to choose from starting at no cost for employee only
- Employer paid benefits: Employee Assistance Program, Life insurance for employees and dependents, and long term disability
- Voluntary options available: dental & vision insurance, short term disability, additional life insurance and dependent care flexible spending account
- Health savings account (HSA) with match or medical flexible spending account (FSA)
- 403(b) retirement enrollment offered right away with an employer match offered after one year
- Generous paid time off to take care of yourself and do the things you love
- Accrued PTO starts immediately
- Extended sick leave
- 9 paid holidays and 8 floating holidays
- Loan forgiveness programs through PSLF or NHSC
Salary : $112,500