The MDS Coordinator for Faith Lutheran Home is responsible for assuring the function of the interdisciplinary team. The position is responsible for assuring completion of each resident’s MD and Care Plan. This includes assessment of the resident’s health care needs and communication and implementation of the plan of care to direct care staff.
Qualifications: Applicants must possess a registered nurse degree through an accredited program and a current Montana RN License. Additionally, two years of experience in nursing with at least one year of experience in long-term care and one year of successful nursing supervisory experience or completion of a course in management principles.
The primary purpose of your job position is to perform patient scheduling for the clinics in accordance with established procedures and as directed by your supervisor. As the Scheduler, you are the public’s initial contact with the facilities. You must display absolute professionalism and courtesy at all times when speaking with the public. You are delegated the responsibilities and accountabilities necessary to carry out your assigned duties.
For details, Interested parties should contact Lauri Handy, VP of Clinics at 406-768-6105 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources, at 406-653-6582.
The Discharge Planner / Case Manager, RN conducts admission, concurrent with retrospective utilization reviews for all assigned patients. This individual communicates with payers, physicians and the VP of Nursing Services, to facilitate appropriate admissions and discharges, and to promote a high quality of care while preventing under-utilization and over-utilization of hospital resources. This person conducts discharge-planning activities for assigned patients and completes data collection This person also is responsible for an active utilization review of all patient admissions and discharges, collaborates and facilitates on all Swing Bed admissions, maintains an active re-admission review program, and works closely with the VP of Nursing Services and the Nursing Leadership team to improve patient outcomes.
Qualifications are: Possess a Montana Register Nurse degree through accredited program. Current Montana R.N. license
2 years acute care experience, Training in patient assessment and identification of patient needs, a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and a Current BLS or CPR certification (required), ACLS, PALS, NRP, and TNCC and as indicated by work area, and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (required within two years of hire).
This position offers full time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401k opportunities, and life, health and Aflac insurance. Sign on Bonus, relocation assistance, and Student Loan repayment are available. Interest parties should contact Elaine Long, VP of nursing at 406-653-6579. Applications are available at all facilities. Applications must be returned in person to Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at Trinity Hospital.
The primary purpose of your job position is to direct, plan, and coordinate the activities of LTC resident services. These services are offered to assist residents and their families in maintaining and improving their physical, mental, and psychosocial needs. Maintain records and paperwork on resident charts on a monthly basis. o Assist nursing staff as necessary in relation to residents, regulations, and family relations. You are tasked with overseeing the financial sustainability of the facility. You must ensure staff always display absolute professionalism and courtesy, whether dealing with the public on the telephone or in person.
Required: Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent. Must be licensed in the State of Montana as a Nursing Home Administrator, have a working knowledge of computers, and have Experience in a healthcare EHR. Ability to prioritize, delegate, and oversee your department. Exceptional employee and customer relations skills are required. Outstanding leadership skills and a hands-on, visible approach to staff management and interaction are required
This position offers full benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, and life, health, and Aflac insurance. Interested parties should contact Lauri Handy, VP of Clinics at 406-768-6105 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources 406-653-6582.
We are currently accepting applications for Full Time Registered Nurses. Qualifications Required: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, Current RN license from Montana State Board of Nursing, and Current Basic Life Support certification
This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life and Aflac insurance. For details, contact Elaine Long, VP of Nursing Services at 406-653-6579 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
Job Description -Poplar Hospital
We are currently accepting applications for Full Time LPN's. Qualifications Required: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, Current LPN license from Montana State Board of Nursing, and Current Basic Life Support certification. This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life and Aflac insurance. For details, contact Patsy White, DON at 406-653-6410 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
We are currently accepting applications for a Certified Nurse's Aides. Qualifications - Must be at least 16 years old and have a license issued by the Department of Public Health and Human Services. This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, health, life, Aflac insurance, and a competitive salary. For details, contact Patsy White at 406-653-6410 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
The primary purpose of your job position is to direct, plan and coordinate the overall operation of Long Term Care Nursing Services for Northeast Montana Health Services, in accordance with current Federal, State and Local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern our facility; and as may be directed by the Chief Executive Officer, to ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Every effort has been made to make this as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of the position.
Required: Graduate of an accredited School of nursing as a Registered Nurse and currently licensed in the State of Montana. Must have a minimum of two years of Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care experience in either Nursing Management or in a Charge Nurse capacity. Although not required, it is preferable to have a Long Term Care Administrators License for the State of Montana
The primary purpose of your job position is to assist the DNS with administrative duties not related to supervision of RN’s and to maintain clinical records of each resident admitted to facility for Intermediate or Skilled Care or Adult Day Care in accordance with accepted professional principles. Every effort has been made to make this as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical job assignment to the position.
Required: Must be able to work confidently as a leader of a team. Must be able to lift and move patients on a daily basis. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Must be able to work on feet all day and be free of any mobility problems. Must be able to work flexible hours. Must be able to speak English in an understandable manner. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with patients, family members, physicians, and co-workers. Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability. Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility. Must display the ability to maintain absolute confidentiality at all times
This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life, and Aflac insurance, and a competitive salary. For details contact Monica Hanson, Radiology Director at 406-653-6596 or Julie Kauffold, HR Director at 406-653-6582.
We are currently accepting applications for full time Nurse Aides at Trinity Hospital and at Poplar Community Hospital. Qualifications include a High school education or equivalent, certification or experience in healthcare is not required, but preferred. This position offers health and life insurance, vacation and sick time, flexible scheduling and a competitive salary. For details for Trinity Hospital contact Tacy Strand at 406-653-6531 or for details for Poplar Hospital contact Nicole Paulson at 406-768-6127 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
Hours: Full Time or Part Time, 2-4 days a week, day shift. On-call required.
Pay: Negotiable depending on experience. A bonus is offered for call pay during the weekends and the hourly call pay is higher for weekends and holidays.
Requirements: Must possess an RN degree through an accredited nursing program and must be licensed by the State of Montana Board of Nursing. 1+ years of general nursing experience preferred. CNOR is preferred but not required. Current BLS required ACLS preferred. We will provide additional certification classes after the probationary period is complete.
Job Summary: The RN Circulator provides patient-specific care to patients during the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases within this specialty area of nursing. The RN Circulator is accountable for the coordination of care of the patients going into the OR (Operating Room), PACU (post-anesthesia care unit or recovery room), and GI Lab (Endoscopy). The RN Circulator will also assist in Sterile Processing and inventory maintenance within the Surgery Department as needed. Training will be provided in all areas. The RN Circulator will maintain consideration based on the culture-specific needs of the patient. Utilization of evidenced-based nursing and promoting a safe environment for the patients in the perioperative phases. The RN Circulator will advocate for the patient while maintaining professional communication with other members of the surgical team.
This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life, and Aflac insurance. Sign-on bonus and student loan repayment are also available. For details, contact Kara Knodel, OR Supervisor at 406-653-6540 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
Hours: Full Time or Part Time, 2-4 days a week, day shift. On-call required.
Pay: Negotiable depending on experience. A bonus is offered for call pay during the weekends and the hourly call pay is higher for weekends and holidays.
Requirements: On-the-job training is provided for the right candidates, certification is preferred.
Job Summary: The Surgical Technologist (ST) performs duties within the perioperative phases of care. The ST will perform a sterile scrub prior to surgery, set up instruments using proper sterile technique, and pass instruments to the surgical team during surgeries. The ST will be knowledgeable regarding the proper transport of instruments as well as ensuring that all surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment are properly decontaminated, inspected, sterilized, and stored after the surgery is completed. The ST will assist with non-surgical procedures, within their scope of practice, which includes procedures in the GI Lab. The ST will perform other duties as assigned while maintaining professional communication with members of the surgical team. The ST will assist in checking monthly outdates throughout the facility and sterilize instruments used in other departments when outdates are identified.
This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life, and Aflac insurance. Sign-on bonus and student loan repayment are also available. For details, contact Kara Knodel, OR Supervisor at 406-653-6540 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
We are currently accepting applications for EMT's and Ambulance Drivers. Qualifications for EMT's are a current Driver's License, a current CPR Certification and must be a currently licensed, EMT preferred or FRA acceptable. Qualifications for Drivers are a current Driver's License and a current CPR Certification.
For details, contact Nonette Brow, VP of Clinical Support Services at 406-768-6143 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating the results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. Also responsible for daily operations of the sonographic laboratory, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the reporting of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA). Applicant must be willing to train current staff. Must be licensed by the state of Montana and ARRT certified. Hours are varied, but mostly include day shift with one night a week of call and approximately every 6th weekend. This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life, and Aflac insurance, and a competitive salary. For details contact Monica Hanson, Radiology Director at 406-653-6596 or Julie Kauffold, HR Director at 406-653-6582.
The Radiologic Technologist is responsible to efficiently and accurately completing radiographic and / or CT studies as ordered by the Health Care Provider and Radiologist utilizing Quality Control Standards and as per State and Federal regulations. Applicant must be licensed by the state of Montana and ARRT certified. Hours are varied, but mostly include day shift with one night a week of call and approximately every 6th weekend. This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, health, life, Aflac insurance, and a competitive salary. For details, contact Monica Hanson, Radiology Director at 406-653-6596 or Julie Kauffold, HR Director at 406-653-6582.
NEMHS is currently seeking a Physical Therapist to join this hometown-established practice to provide expert physical therapy to patients with injuries or illnesses to help them improve movement, manage pain, and/or prevent the loss of mobility
Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program with a baccalaureate, master's, or doctorate degree in Physical Therapy and successful passage of the national licensure exam. DPT degree preferred.
Sign-on bonus, Moving reimbursement, and Student Loan Repayment.
Partially flexible schedule: Monday through Friday
For further details contact Roger Fisher, COO at 406-653-6437 or email rfisher@nemhs.net
NEMHS is currently accepting applications for an Environmental Services Site Manager at Trinity Hospital - Three years' experience preferable in an environmental service department and must be able to work flexible hours.
The primary purpose of this job position is to perform the day-to-day functions of the housekeeping department in accordance with Federal, State, and Local Regulations and the regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by your supervisor, to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner.
This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, health, life, Aflac insurance, and a competitive salary. For details, contact Skylar Fisher at 406-942-0771 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
NE Montana Health Services has an opening to join our organization with over 300 staff members serving two communities. We are searching for a new Director of Food & Nutrition Services to join this hometown establishment that cares about making a difference in our rural community by providing quality care with exceptional service.
Requirements: One of the following- Certified Dietary Manager; or Certified Food Service Manager; or has similar national certification for food service management and safety from a national certifying body; or has an associate’s or higher degree in food service management or in hospitality, if the course study includes food service or restaurant management, from an accredited institution of higher learning. The Director of Food and Nutrition Services is responsible for developing and maintaining dietary objectives and standards for the facility. Assists in establishing Policies and Procedures for the Dietary Department. Oversees all personnel and activity within the department. Must be able to work with all departments of the Hospitals and/or Nursing Home as needed.
This position offers competitive pay and full-time benefits. Full family medical coverage is available through our company’s employee benefit plan and will be effective on the 1st day of the month following your date of hire. Dental and optical insurance are also available. NEMHS offers a flexible paid time-off plan that includes personal and sick time. Personal time off accrues at a rate of 0.0846 hours per hour worked, which equals 176 hours of personal time per year for full-time employees. Sick time accrues at the rate of .03846 per hour worked, which equals 80 hours per year. Eligibility for the company retirement, life insurance plans and other ancillary insurance benefits will be available and offered after eligibility and required worked hours have been met.
The primary purpose of this job position is to maintain all medical records in accordance with federal and state guidelines, as well as in accordance with departmental policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the immediate supervisor; to assure that a complete medical records program is maintained
For details, contact Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources, at 406-653-6582.
The primary purpose of your job position is to maintain the grounds of all campuses owned by Northeast Montana Health Services in a neat, attractive, and well-groomed manner. As the Head Grounds Keeper, you are directly accountable to the Director of Maintenance.
ESSENTIAL EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess at a minimum a High School diploma or its equivalent. It is preferable to have six months of experience in a related field. Must have a current Montana’s Drivers License. Must be able to read, write, and comprehend the English Language.
For details, contact Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources, at 406-653-6582.
The primary purpose of your job position is to assist the Supervising Nurse and staff nurses in their day to day recording and charting of medical and administrative information in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards and regulations that govern Medical Records, polices and procedures of the facility, and as may be required by the Director of Nurses, to ensure that medical records are maintained in an informative and descriptive manner. Public Relations: In your position as Ward Clerk, you have a responsibility to represent Northeast Montana Health Services in the utmost professional manner promoting customer relations. Your personal contact and communications with the public, other facilities, and agencies, via telephone or in the building is essential to customer satisfaction at our facility. You shall have authority only as granted by the Supervising Nurse in specific assignments.
Required: Must be a Certified Nurse’s Assistant by the State of Montana. Prefer applicants who have completed CNA training. If not Certified, must complete Certified Nurse’s Assistant training as soon as possible.
For details, contact Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources, at 406-653-6582.
The primary purpose of your job position is to provide customer service to clients of Wolf Point and Poplar Pharmacies in accordance with established procedures and as directed by your supervisor. As the Pharmacy Clerk, you are the public’s initial exposure to the facility. You must display absolute professionalism and courtesy at all times, whether dealing with the public on the telephone or in person. You are delegated the responsibility and accountability necessary to carry out your assigned duties.
Required: Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalency. Preferably to have a working knowledge of computers. Must be able to work effectively, professionally, and present well to the public. Must display proper telephone etiquette at all times. Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language. Must be able to see and hear, or use prosthetic devices that will enable these senses to function adequately, to assure that the requirements of the position can be fully met.
For details, contact Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources, at 406-653-6582.
The primary purpose of your job position is to prepare and dispense medications and perform other pharmacy-related functions under the direction of the Pharmacist-in-Charge, in compliance with Tele-Pharmacy regulations and departmental policies and procedures.
Required: Must possess the sense of sight and hearing, or use prosthetic devices that will allow the senses to function adequately. Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds. Must be able to function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with co-workers, physicians, and outside agencies. Must attend and participate in educational offerings to keep abreast of regulatory changes that affect your position.
For details, contact Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources, at 406-653-6582.
The primary purpose of your job position is to plan, develop, organize, implement, and evaluate NEMHS’s patient billing functions, in accordance with current Federal and State regulations, and as may be directed by the Chief Financial Officer. As the Director of the Business Office, you are delegated the authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary to carry out your assigned duties. The campuses to which you are directly responsible are Trinity Hospital, Poplar Community Hospital, Faith Lutheran Home, Listerud Rural Health Clinic, and Riverside Family Clinic.
Preferred: A Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting is desired. Familiarity with healthcare laws, regulations, and standards is desired. Experience in a health care organization is preferred. A basic understanding of coding and reimbursement systems is desired. Must possess the ability to prioritize and complete tasks promptly. Experience in bookkeeping or accounting practices is preferred. Must present a good comprehension and operational knowledge of computers. Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language. Must be able to see and hear, or use prosthetic devices that will enable these senses to function adequately, to assure that the requirements of the position can be fully met. Must use initiative and judgment to make decisions within the scope of assigned authority
For details, contact Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources, at 406-653-6582.
The primary purpose of your job position is to perform patient scheduling for the clinics in accordance with established procedures and as directed by your supervisor. As the Scheduler, you are the public’s initial contact with the facilities. You must consistently display absolute professionalism and courtesy when speaking with the public. You are delegated the responsibilities and accountabilities necessary to carry out your assigned duties.
Essential Job Functions: Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalency. Have a working knowledge of computers. Must be able to work effectively, professionally, and present well to the public. Must display proper telephone etiquette at all times. Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Must be able to communicate effectively with a variety of individuals representing diverse cultures and backgrounds. Must be able to function calmly in situations that require a high degree of sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy. Must dress appropriately and professionally and follow the personnel handbook.
For details, contact Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources, at 406-653-6582.