Certified Nursing Aide 2

State of Montana • Columbia Falls, MT

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a Certified Nurse Aide 2 career opportunity within the Montana Veterans Home, Columbia Falls, MT. The Montana Veterans’ Home (MVH) located in Columbia Falls, Montana, 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-bed Dementia Care unit. 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.

Why Join DPHHS?
Our mission at DPHHS is to serve 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, whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Job Overview: The Montana Veterans’ Home is a Medicare/Medicaid and Veterans Administration-certified facility that has been providing services to Veterans since 1896. Admission is for honorably discharged veterans who qualify for skilled/intermediate nursing care or domiciliary self-care living. Spouses of veterans may be admitted on a space-available basis.

This position is a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA). The CNA assists residents with daily living activities. Other responsibilities include: 1) Measuring and recording residents’ vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, weight, pulse, and respiratory rate; 2) Assisting residents with daily living activities such as eating, personal hygiene, and dressing; and 3) Providing compassionate support to residents/family members and encouraging open communication.

This is a full-time position with a set schedule and full benefits.
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: https://www.e-verify.gov

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Montana CNA certification
• Two years CNA experience
• Other equivalent combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis

Responsibilities

• Measuring and recording residents’ vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, weight, pulse, and respiratory rate
• Assisting residents with daily living activities such as eating, personal hygiene, and dressing
• Providing compassionate support to residents/family members and encouraging open communication

Benefits

• healthcare coverage
• retirement plans
• paid vacation
• sick leave
• holidays
• work/life balance
• eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED