PsychiatricDD Nurse Full Time PN
PsychiatricDD Nurse Full Time PN
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Job Description
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.
Please note: Effective October 1 2025 the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new namethe Ohio Department of Behavioral Health. This change reflects our continued commitment to providing comprehensive person-centered care that addresses the full range of behavioral health needs for Ohioans. All positions and services now fall under the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health as we move forward in serving individuals families and communities across the state.
What youll do at DBH:
This position focuses on supporting adults in a residential setting to develop essential independent living and social skills. The staff member will work directly with assigned consumers implementing personal and behavior plans and helping with skills such as hygiene medication management food preparation budgeting and social interactions. The role involves maintaining a safe and supportive environment de-escalating crises modeling professional behavior and transporting consumers to appointments as necessary. Staff will work closely with team members to develop individualized service plans document progress and maintain the facilitys cleanliness contributing to a structured and supportive community. Additional duties include:
Assesses & evaluates nursing & medical needs of patients who are hospitalized (e.g. admissions ongoing treatment discharges); initiates & directs implementation of nursing care plan; observes evaluates & records patient behavior condition & response to medication treatments & therapeutic activities; provides professional nursing care (e. g. administers medications & treatments as ordered by physician educates patient on medication(s) assists with physical examinations takes & records vital signs performs venipuncture); responds to emergency situations (e.g. codes suicide assault).
Directs delivery of & evaluates psychiatric & nursing care of patients as delivered by professional & nonprofessional staff (e.g. licensed practical nurse (i.e. LPN) therapeutic program workers (i.e. TPW)) on assigned shift monitors LPN medication administration documentation patient care & operation of medical equipment (e.g. stethoscope blood pressure monitor glucometer); precepts & provides support for nursing staff as assigned.
Prepares reviews implements & updates records/reports/plans (e.g. individual treatment plans incidents restraints/seclusions nursing care plans shift reports transfers admissions & discharges); transcribes &/or verifies doctors orders; writes nursing summaries; participates in ongoing performance improvement/quality assurance.
- Serves as interdisciplinary treatment team member; performs a variety of miscellaneous duties (e.g. light housekeeping in patient areas & living quarters; identifies & reports safety concerns; attends & completes required trainings & educational programs; schedules unit shift breaks/lunch).
This is anhourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union) with a pay range of# 13on theOhio Health Care SEIU/1199Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours and shifts are 12-hour and 8-hour shifts totaling 80 hours per pay period. 1st shift (6:30 am - 3:00 pm & 6:30 am - 7:00 pm) 2nd shift (2:30 pm - 11:00 pm & 10:30 am- 11:00 pm ) 3rd shift (10:45 pm - 6:45 am & 6:30 pm - 7:00 am)with every other weekend and holiday off. This position is located within Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare Campus at100 Hospital Drive Athens Ohio 45701.
Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.
Additional Salary / Appointment Information:
$34.96 per hour with the first increase in 180 days to $36.65
Additional $1.50 plus 10% of base pay per hour for shift differential for afternoon and evening shifts
Annual increases each year with an additional longevity supplement after 5 years of service
- Must be able to complete a 4 week (business days Monday-Friday) full time orientation
- May work weekends and holidays; may be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior
- Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment
At DBH we strive to attract and sustain a diverse workforce by recruiting hiring developing and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to balance efforts toward providing prevention and recovery supports and fostering inclusion that inspires innovation encourages respect and promotes unlimited success.
Background Check Notice
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
RuleBackground check on applicants outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process assessment &/or interview please contact Andrew Seifert EEO/ADA Administrator at or .
***For safety sensitive positions and unclassified permanent positions ONLY.
All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Psychiatric/DD Nurse
Behavioral Health
Who we are:
At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.
We proudly employ over 2800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals Ohio Pharmacy Services Ohios prison systems and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus OH.
DBH Values:
- Service-Oriented (Person Centered Solution Oriented Customer Service Focused)
- Collaborative (Approachable Reasonable Transparent)
- Value Driven
- Innovative (Yes Before No)
- Strong Sense of Urgency
Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well get well and stay well. Join our collaborative service-oriented environment where you will be respected and valued.
The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued supported and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness second-chance hiring and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect both in the community and within our own team.
*Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:
Requires current license as registered professional nurse in state of Ohio as issued by Board of Nursing per Section 4723.03 of Revised Code.
Job Skills:Nursing
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications experience education active disciplinary record and work record. ***(1199)
Required Educational Transcripts
Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education coursework or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institutions website will not be accepted. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.
Employment Type
Full-Time
