Mental Health Registered Nurse- Part Time - Weekend Evenings

The Department of Health Services (DHS), Mendota Mental Health Institute (MMHI) is recruiting Registered Nurses (RNs). MMHI is located on the north side of Madison and offers a beautiful campus environment, convenient free parking and an onsite workout facility. MMHI is an inpatient psychiatric facility, with one outpatient program, and is an integral part of the entire Wisconsin mental health service delivery system. Our overall service delivery goal is to provide specialized services in treatment, research, training and consultation.

MMHI is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). DCTS is committed to helping all state residents live their best lives through an interconnected web of behavioral health services. Watch this video to learn more about the work of DCTS.

3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; Top-rated health plan options starting at $47/month for single plans and $117/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.

Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax-advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and high deductible health savings.

A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well‑being.

NOTE : Positions are full-time or part-time. Hours may be AM, PM, a combination of both, or NOC.

AM shift: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

PM shift: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm

NOC shift: 11:00 pm - 7:30 am

Overtime will be required when needed (up to 15.5 total hours).

As an RN at MMHI, you will use a bio‑psychosocial and recovery model as a basis for nursing practice in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care needs. Deliver nursing care to patients and coordinate nursing activities in compliance with Department, State and Federal laws.

Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team in treatment/learning plan development, present specific nursing interventions congruent with the treatment needs identified in the individualized treatment plan and promote a professional role for nursing within the team.

Provide leadership and direction to the nursing team through planning, directing, implementing and coordinating patient care within unit activities.

Starting salary is between $42.86 and $49.61 per hour (approximately $89,100 and $103,100 annually), based on years of licensure. 43.72 per hour

45.97 per hour

1. 12 per hour
2. 28 per hour
3. 45 per hour
4. 61 per hour

• 1.40 per hour differential for 1st shift RNs that work hours between 6 pm and 6 am.
• 3.90 per hour differential for permanent 2nd or 3rd shift RNs for work hours between 6 pm to 6 am.

A $3.00 per hour temporary add‑on will be paid for hours worked Saturday and Sunday.

• 0.80 per hour weekend differential applies to worked shifts.
• 3,000 sign‑on bonus applies to those with no prior state service in the last five years; who stay with the facility in the position until completing probation. Bonus will be split, $1,500 upon hire and $1,500 after completing probation.

These positions are classified as a Nurse Clinician 2 and are in pay schedule and range 11/02.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by MMHI or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for these positions, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I‑9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E‑Verify employer nor a STEM‑OPT eligible employer.

Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin. Experience, education, or interest in nursing practice with a psychiatric patient population.

Eligibility is defined as your license application/exam is in process with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services or you currently hold a license in another state and are eligible to obtain a license in the State of Wisconsin.

Experience leading or training other staff.

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Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click “Save” to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline.

Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.

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DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affi­ective Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s affairs, click here.

Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am - 4:30 pm.

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