Mental Health/Psychiatric Nurse; RN
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Mental Health Nurse
Mental Health/Psychiatric Nurse (RN) (250007XU)
Agency Contact:
Unposting DateOngoing
Work LocationCentral Ohio Behavioral Health, 2200 West Broad Street, Columbus,
Primary LocationUnited States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation: $34.96 - $48.90
ScheduleFull-time
Union: 1199
Primary Job SkillNursing
Technical Skills- Medication Management
- Behavioral Health
- Mental Health
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Building Trust
- Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Emotional Intelligence
- Priority Setting
Mental Health/Psychiatric RN
Multiple Shift Options
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 3,200 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, and the central office located in the James
A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.
- 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.
Job Description What you’ll do at DBH:As a Mental Health/Psychiatric RN you will:
- Serve in a fundamental role as an interdisciplinary treatment team member for psychiatric patients creating and executing treatment plans
- Observe, evaluate, and record patient behavior, condition, & response to medication and treatment
- As charge nurse, initiate and direct psychiatric and nursing care for patients and provide support and direction for nursing staff while promoting a positive and safe environment for recovery
- Contribute vital input on records, plans, and reports
- Facilitate patient group activities
This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range. An additional $1.50/hr shift differential and $3.50/hr PM hours supplement will be applied to all hours worked between 3pm and 7am
Normal working hours are 5 8-hour shifts a week for full-time and 2-3 8-hour shifts a week for part-time. All shifts include an every other weekend rotation. Full-time first and second shift currently available, as well as part time third shift:
First shift 6:30am-3pm, second shift 2:30pm-11pm, third shift 10:30pm-7am.
This position is located within our Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare campus at 2200 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223.
What is in it for youAt 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:- Health insurance upon hire :
Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans. For full-time employees, the State of Ohio pays 85% of medical coverage premiums and for part-time employees the state pays 50%. Health insurance has low-cost deductibles (Single $400 per year, Family $800 per year)! - Free dental & vision and basic life insurance for union members during eligibility period.
- Up to $1000 in wellness incentives annually for employee and $350 for spouse
- Up to 80 hours of vacation advancement upon hire
- Guaranteed 11 paid holidays
- Paid Time Off – vacation, personal, and sick leave included
- Yearly Paid Time Off Cash Out option
- Childbirth/Adoption Leave
- Up to $3000 annually for educational assistance, professional development, and continuing education opportunities
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
, Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program - Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
: state of Ohio contributes 14%, visit website for more information OPERS - Voluntary 457(b) retirement savings plan
, visit Ohio Deferred Compensation for more information
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