Mental Health LPN

Mental Health Lpn Full Time

Organization:
Behavioral Health - Summit Behavioral Healthcare

Compensation: $27.56 - $34.53 / hour

Schedule:

Full-time

Work Hours:

2:30pm-11pm

Classified Indicator:
Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill:
Nursing

Technical

Skills:

Communications, Advocacy

Professional

Skills:

Critical Thinking, Adaptability

Job Description

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-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.

What you'll do at DBH

Medication Administration & Support

Provide medication administration, education, and empowerment to individuals receiving care

Monitor and document patient response to medications and treatment interventions

Patient Observation & Documentation

Observe, evaluate, and record patient behavior, condition, and overall progress

Maintain accurate documentation related to patient care, treatment plans, and clinical observations

Health Monitoring & Treatment Support

Monitor patient health status including vital signs, treatment plan progress, and participation in therapeutic activities

Support individuals in achieving treatment goals through ongoing care and engagement

Team Collaboration & Patient Safety

Serve as a key member of a multidisciplinary treatment team focused on patient recovery and wellness

Promote a safe, positive, and therapeutic environment through safety checks, observation rounds, and group facilitation activities

This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 10 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are 2nd shift 2:30pm-11:00pm with rotating weekends and holidays. This position is located within our 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, OH 45237. 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.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

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 our Total 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.

Qualifications

Position

Qualifications:

License to practice nursing as a licensed practical nurse issued by Ohio Board of Nursing pursuant to Section 4723 Ohio Revised Code; MDS certification issued by ANNAC (i.e. American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordination). All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record. Primary Skill:
Nursing Technical

Skills:

Communications, Advocacy Professional

Skills:

Critical Thinking, Adaptability Required Educational Transcripts Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official…