Chrysalis
Hiring organization · Based in Whitefish, MT
On the floor
What the day-to-day looks like
Benefits
The position is listed as full-time and on-site with shared on-call hours for emergencies only.
The city
Living in Whitefish, MT
A gateway to Glacier National Park, Whitefish pairs small-town warmth with year-round outdoor adventure. Ski Whitefish Mountain Resort in winter, paddle Flathead Lake in summer, and unwind in a compact downtown with local breweries and shops. Ideal for nurses seeking a close-knit mountain community with a strong four-season lifestyle.
Browse roles in Whitefish- State price level · Montana
- 5% below the national average
- State index 94.6 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $1,354/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $73,811/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Who they are
Chrysalis operates a residential school program in the Eureka/Whitefish, Montana area, serving students with medical and behavioral health needs.
More about Chrysalis
Nurses at Chrysalis provide urgent medical care, manage routine health needs, administer prescribed medications, and collaborate closely with a psychiatrist during monthly student appointments. The work environment is described as dynamic and fast-paced, with nurses playing a vital role in student wellbeing. The role includes maintaining detailed medical documentation, communicating with parents about medical needs, and assisting in training and overseeing nursing team members. Shared on-call hours apply for emergencies only. The organization appears connected to broader behavioral and mental health services, with mission content referencing compassionate, innovative, and effective behavioral health care. Hourly pay for Registered Nurses ranges from $31.00 to $41.00 DOE, and Licensed Practical Nurses earn $26.00 to $30.00 DOE. Note: The organizational website (chrysalishealth.com) and review data may reflect a broader multi-state Chrysalis entity, as job postings on that site primarily reference Florida locations, while this position is specific to Montana.
Chrysalis Health's stated mission is to ensure clients achieve optimal levels of wellbeing through the provision of compassionate, innovative, and effective behavioral and mental health services. Their vision is to be a recognized leader in behavioral health and wellness services in an environment that fosters compassionate care, clinical excellence, innovation, personal and professional growth, workplace satisfaction, and responsible business practices. Core values are described as 'The 4 C's,' with Compassion explicitly identified as being at the heart of everything they do. The fundamental belief is that everyone is deserving and capable of achieving health, happiness, productivity, and personal wellness goals.
Working here
Culture and working life
What to consider
Indeed reviews filtered for nurse positions at Chrysalis show an overall rating of 3.7 out of 5 based on 939 reviews. Detailed nurse-specific sub-ratings include: work-life balance 3.0/5, pay and benefits 2.6/5, job security and advancement 2.9/5, management 2.9/5, and culture 3.1/5. Reviewers highlighted support from managers, time and location flexibility, and a clear sense of purpose as positive aspects. Areas flagged for improvement include fair pay for the job, sense of belonging, and energizing work tasks. Note: These aggregate reviews may reflect multiple Chrysalis locations and service lines beyond the Montana residential school setting.
The good
- Clear sense of purpose working with students in a residential school setting
- Support from managers noted by nurse reviewers
- Time and location flexibility reported by employees
- Collaborative work environment with psychiatrists and nursing team members
- Structured residential setting with defined medical responsibilities
- On-call limited to emergencies only
The hard parts
- Pay and benefits rated lowest among sub-categories at 2.6/5 on Indeed, with fair pay flagged as an area for improvement
- Work-life balance rated only 3.0/5, potentially impacted by shared on-call hours
- Sense of belonging identified as an area for improvement by nurse reviewers
- Job security and advancement rated below average at 2.9/5
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