PsychiatricDD Nurse 15 Recruitment Supplement and 10 Supplement for 2nd and 3rd shifts

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.

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.

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.

What Youll Do:

At the direction of the Psychiatric/DD Nurse Director assumes primary nursing responsibility for assigned residents (e.g. nursing treatment planning verification & review of physician order chart audits self-medication plans human sexuality programs medical administration infection control physical assessments & health care related scenario programs) as appropriate to assigned duties on assigned duty shift; participates in related meetings as required by Supervisor; responsible to communicate medical information to parents/guardians when appropriate. Fills in for psychiatric meetings as necessary & works with physicians on a rotating basis (e.g. setting up charts verifying orders written from physician consults). Responsible for processing physician orders (e.g. labs x-rays medical appointments) enters physicians orders into computerized records & communicates change of resident status to appropriate interdisciplinary team members. Schedule follow-up care of residents with residents with physicians as needed & communicates medical appointments to appropriate personnel. Assess & reviews preventative health screening forms & ensures quarterly physical exams are completed on residents. Assists in feeding grooming & self-care. Evaluates client and staff injuries & administers & records first aid as necessary. Responds to medical emergencies (e.g. first aid CPR psychotropic emergencies etc.) & assists in decision making in supervisors absence.

Monitor health care charts on living areas to ensure proper follow-up & continuity of health care. Serves as member of the interdisciplinary team including in collaboration with the clients physician pursuant to client health conditions. Submits reports to supervisor (e.g. IPP input chart audits psychotropic medication reviews self-medication inputs & physical assessments). Develops implements & evaluates client self-medication programs. Provides health teaching & direction to family staff & clients as directed.

Assists in orienting training of new staff. Conducts & participates in In-Service trainings sessions. Provides clinical oversight to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Performs other related duties as assigned (e.g. Provides input on Unusual Incident Reports (UIRs) completes nursing department shift reports of client health conditions to ensure continuity of care ensures proper maintenance & security of the drug cupboard as appropriate).

Whats in it for you:

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:

Salary Information:

• $34.96 per hour with the first increase in 180 days to $36.65

  • Additional $1.50 per hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts
  • Additional $3.50 per hour for assigned 2nd and 3rd shift
  • Additional hourly recruitment supplement $5.24 per hour
  • Annual increases each year with an additional longevity supplement after 5 years of service

RNs can receive an Cost of Living increases every July 1^stper the current 1199 bargaining unit contract.

Medical Coverage

• Quality affordable and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.

Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental vision and basic life insurancepremiums are freeafter one year of continuous service.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off including vacation personal and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employees salary. Visit theOPERS websitefor more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit theOhio Deferred Compensation websitefor more information.

The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees as defined in applicable federal law state law and any effective executive order.

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. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability please contact ADA Coordinator by email at.

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Accepting applications for (2) Psychiatric/DD Nurse positions

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life. Ohio is the heart of opportunity and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive. Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support:

• Inclusion
• Partnership
• Respect

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

Technical Skills:Behavioral Health Customer Service Medical Medical Charting Medication Management

Professional Skills:Adaptability Attention to Detail Confidentiality Teamwork Time Management

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Current Department of Developmental Disabilities SEIU 1199 Employees shall receive first consideration pursuant to Article 30 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.