Psychiatric​/DD Nurse Director - Ohio Behavioral Healthcare; PN

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information :
Theresa

Unposting Date:
Sep 1, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location:

Central Ohio Behavioral Health 2200 West Broad Street Columbus

Primary

Location:

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $53.91-$74.56

Schedule:

Full-time

Union :
Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill:
Nursing

Technical Skills :
Behavioral Health, Executive Leadership, Health Administration, Nursing, Medical Terminology

Professional Skills :
Adaptability, Coaching, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Delegation, Flexibility, Organizing and Planning, Verbal Communication, Visionary Thinking, Written Communication

Psychiatric/DD Nurse Director

Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

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 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.

Please note: Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the 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.

• Organizes, administers & directs clinical & administrative activities for the Department of Nursing Services, Staff Education & Training, CSN & the Medical Clinic
• Develops & oversees the implementation of the nursing department goals, objectives, policies & procedures
• Assures compliance with the standards, rules, & regulations set by COBH, Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), & accrediting body agencies (i.e., The Joint Commission [TJC], Medicare [CMS])
• Conducts clinical evaluations & reviews to assure appropriateness of patient care/services
• Develops & oversees the implementation of nursing department competency programs, develops & directs Performance Improvement (PI) initiatives for nursing & aligns those activities with organization’s PI program
• Develops & assures consistent compliance with nursing staffing models/patterns
• Supervises Assistant Director of Nursing, Clinical Nurse Managers, & Nurse Supervisors
• Attends & functions as chairperson to hospital committees & meetings as assigned

This is an hourly position and is exempt from the bargaining units
, with a pay range of 17 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule
. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm (Flexible Schedule).

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…