STAFF NURSE

Company

FALLON COUNTY

Location Baker, MT

Date Posted 09/20/2026

Description Fallon County has a position open for Staff Nurse. Job Overview This position provides skilled nursing services in support of our clients, including our Home Health clients, at the Public Health office, public schools, and Fallon County Detention Center. Works with a variety of ages, ranging from infants to the elderly. The following essential functions are representative of typical work performed but are not necessarily limited to these specific tasks/areas. Essential Functions Home Health Program-- Visits clients at home to support their ability to maintain independent living. Provides a sundry of nursing services including assessment of safety concerns impacting independent living, wound care, medication education and set-up. Tracks and orders medication refills for clients; picks up medications from the pharmacy. Completes medication setup to ensure accuracy in accordance with medical orders; delivers to the client. Educates client on medication changes. Makes rmendations for needed care to the Director. Communicates and works responsively with medical providers, our Home Health Aide, and families of clients to ensure continuity of services for eligible clients. Participates in the monthly foot clinic at the Senior Center. This includes clipping toenails and inspecting feet for signs of infection, disease, or other medical issues. Office Services - In response to inquiries, checks immunization status. Performs basic health assessments at request of patrons including blood pressure, blood sugar, ears-nose-throat as warranted by symptoms, cleaning of ears and/or remove stitches/sutures/staples. Communicates findings with other health providers; makes physician referrals when treatment is outside the scope of the Department. Issues refills on birth control medication based on client's record. Administers vaccines and other injectable medications as ordered by physicians. Maintains accurate immunization records in software program. Completes, monitors, and tracksmunicable disease investigations as warranted; contacts infected person(s), verifying immunization status and exposure of other persons. This includes contact tracing of those exposed tomunicable disease such as

COVID-19.

Conducts

COVID-19

testing. Answers the phone and greets clients; provides referrals, information on services offered, and schedules appointments. Performs general clerical duties such as but not limited to filing. Detention Center -- Visits inmates at Fallon County Detention Center at request of the Sheriff; sets up and reviews inmate medications to ensure they are dispensed accurately. Performs basic health assessments and make referrals as warranted by symptoms. School Services -- May review student immunization records to determine need for immunization; administers immunizations as necessary. May visits schools at request of the school administration to assess and/or treat as warranted a variety of ailments such as but not limited to rashes, head lice, contusions, pink eye, minor scrapes/cuts, stomach upset, audio and vision screenings. May wash and dress minor wounds; contact parent(s) with rmendation for medical care, notification ofmunicable disease, and toplete parent education. Competencies The knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics to perform this work include but are not necessarily limited to Accountability, Active Listening, Adaptability, Assertiveness, Attention to Detail, Commitment, Communication -- Oral and Written, Computer Skills, Confidentiality, Customer Service, Dependability, Detail Orientated, Flexibility, Infectious Disease, Initiative, Integrity, Interpersonal Relationships, Multi-tasking, Nursing, Organization, Oral Comprehension, Problem Solving, Professionalism, Self-directed, Sensitivity, Stress Management, Teamwork, and Time Management. This position requires considerable knowledge of physical, biological and behavioral sciences as well as medical and patient care practices. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practice of nursing including but not limited to assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation practices. Requires knowledge of educational/learning theories andmunity assessments. Strong customer service skills to meet the needs of a diverse clientele. Ability to provide nursing services to a variety of clients, ranging from infants to the elderly. Knowledge of infectious diseases and protocols, including

COVID-19.

Requires excellent oralmunication skills to coordinate and implement effective nursing care; ability to identify and develop solutions for issues concerning a patient's mental or physical well-being. Must be able to document/chart using proper grammar and medical terms. Must be able to organize and prioritize work based on multiple considerations including immediate medical concerns and time factors. Aprehensive knowledge of and ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite is required. Must be able to learn and utilize department specific software. Demonstrate the ability to interact courteously and effectively with a diverse clientele, variety of personalities, and the demands of the public. Possess excellent customer service and interpersonal skills to resolve questions and concerns using good judgment and discretion. Respond calmly and effectively to stressful situations. Respond to requests for service and assistance with courtesy and respect. Must listen actively and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand; explain rules and procedures clearly. Requires the ability and skill to multi-task, address multiple projects, and patient needs while maintainingposure, professionalism, and quality of work. Ability to adapt to changing work routines and demands. independent initiative, discretion, judgment, and organization skills to a variety of assignments and situations. As part of our workforce, maintains consistentmunication with all County employees, our customers/patrons, and the public via County ownedmunication systems including but not limited to email, office phone, work cell phone, text, and SMS/IM. This position requires the ability to exercise independent professional judgment, evaluate services, to project a positive image of the Public Health Department and to work effectively in treating patients that range from infants to the elderly. Ability to work with little direct supervision; to understand, interpret, follow instructions, and directives. Self-directed with ability to meet deadlines when unsupervised. Take accountability for own actions. This position must function as part of a team, working for the betterment of Public Health, our services, and the public. Safety Safety is a primary duty and a personal responsibility. County employees are responsible for reading, understanding and following safety rules and procedures as identified within County Policy, our Safety Program as well as at each department/work location/JSA. This position is responsible for wearing PPE as identified in the JSA or when working in areas w t is danger of injury. Responsible for wearing suitable work clothes as determined by the Public Health Director. Reports all injuries, hazards and/or near misses utilizing established reporting forms and procedures. Knows the location of first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and other safety devices. Attends all safety meetings including annual training. This position will not perform potentially hazardous tasks or use any hazardous material until properly trained. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment This position performs work in several settings, including in client's homes, Public Health offices, schools, and detention center. Routinely uses a variety of medical equipment including but not limited to stethoscope