Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time - PN: 20041482 & 20075776
Listed on 2026-08-06
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Nursing
Mental Health Nurse
Job Description – Licensed Practical Nurse – Full Time – PN: & (2600046N)
Licensed Practical Nurse – Full Time – PN: & (2600046N)
OrganizationAgency Contact Name and Information: dmh-mh-ath-human-resourceso.gov
Unposting DateOngoing
Primary LocationUnited States of America – OHIO – Athens County – Athens
Compensation: $26.76
ScheduleFull-time
Union: OCSEA
Primary Job SkillNursing
Technical
Skills:
Basic Medical Procedures, Medical Charting, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Nursing, Professional, Therapy/Therapeutical Services
Professional
Skills:
Building Trust, Critical Thinking, Cultural Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Confidentiality
Licensed Practical 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 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio’s prison systems, and the central office located in the James
A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.
DBH Values:
- Service‑Orientation (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.
Job Description What you’ll do at DBHThis 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 facility’s cleanliness, contributing to a structured and supportive community.
- Administers oxygen; applies sterile dressing; adheres to infection control practices; inserts catheters; reinserts gastrostomy tubes, suctions, irrigates wounds; collects specimens; assists physicians with physical exams, treatments &or laboratory tests; assists in emergencies by administering first‑aid, performing cardio‑pulmonary resuscitation; restrains patients as necessary; administers controlled drugs (e.g., narcotics, minor tranquilizers) & non‑controlled medication in oral, rectal, topical or injectable form (i.e., intramuscular & subcutaneous injections only) & provides medication instructions to patients.
- Maintains medication accountability records (e.g., charts patient records, prepares & counts medication, maintains medication stock & medical equipment & supplies); observes, documents & reports patient conditions (e.g., medication reactions, treatment responses, patient behavior & progress) & prepares &/or maintains related reports & records (e.g., unusual incident reports, patient records, medication reports, seclusion/restraint logs, treatment plan).
- Provides general nursing, direct care &/or programming assistance (e.g., takes patient vital signs; assists with personal grooming & hygiene, bathing, or daily living activities; administers topical ointments & solutions, eye, ear &/or nose drops; responds to patient codes; escorts patients & assists with recreational activities & scheduled appointments; provides one‑to‑one &/or group…
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