One Health·Lewistown, Montana
The role involves assessing community health trends, investigating communicable diseases, and administering immunizations. The nurse will also lead health initiatives and collaborate with local agencies to promote wellness in rural Montana.
One Health/Central Montana Health District (CMHD) is looking for a Public Health Nurse (RN) to join our team!
Are you a compassionate and driven Registered Nurse ready to make a difference in rural communities? One Health is seeking a Public Health Nurse to deliver high-quality care, promote wellness, and lead health initiatives across Central Montana. This role blends clinical expertise with community engagement—empowering individuals and families to live healthier lives.
Home base is Lewistown, MT however, this position is part of the Central Montana Health District sector of which serves 5 surrounding counties.
Assess community health trends and risks through targeted evaluations and data analysis. Investigate communicable diseases using public health surveillance and contact tracing methods. Administer immunizations in the office and at community clinics, ensuring proper documentation and patient education. Educate individuals, families, and groups with tailored health promotion and disease prevention strategies. Collaborate with local agencies and partners to develop and deliver impactful health programs. Advocate for vulnerable populations and contribute to health policy development. Respond to public health emergencies and participate in preparedness planning and drills.
Why Join Us? Make a real impact across multiple counties Enjoy schedule flexibility while maintaining work-life balance Be part of a mission-driven team focused on improving rural health outcomes Grow professionally through ongoing education and development
Registered Nursing degree from an accredited nursing program Current RN license Valid driver’s license Certifications (Upon hire) BLS Certification National Incident Management System/Incident Command System (NIMS/ICS) 100, 200, and 700a certification within four (4) months of employment Preferred: BSN 2 years of public health nursing experience
Health, dental, and vision insurance Discounted care for employees and family Retirement plan with employer match after the first year of service Paid holidays and generous PTO Supportive, mission-driven team environment Flexible schedule Great work life balance
One Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Ready to bring your passion for public health to life? Apply today and help shape healthier communities across Central Montana!
Candidates must have a Registered Nursing degree, a current RN license, and a valid driver's license. BLS and NIMS/ICS certifications are required upon hire, while a BSN and two years of public health experience are preferred.
Market context
In Montana, nursing roles such as LPNs are typically in steady demand across hospitals, clinics, long-term care, and rural care settings. These jobs can be competitive because employers often look for current Montana licensure, relevant experience or strong new-graduate preparation, and a commitment to ongoing education. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your Montana LPN license status and tailor your application to any setting-specific experience.
