Ohio Behavioral Healthcare - Licensed Practical Nurse 2nd Shift
Listed on 2026-10-24
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Nursing
Mental Health Nurse, Psychiatric Care & Support
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Organization:
Behavioral Health - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information:
Mary
Work Location:
2200 W. Broad St
Columbus, Ohio, 43223
United States
Compensation: $27.56
Schedule: Permanent - Full Time
Work Hours: 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
Primary Job Skill: Nursing
Who We AreAt 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, Ohio.
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.
WhatYou'll Do
- Provide medication, education, and empowerment to individuals.
- Observe, evaluate, and record patient behavior, condition, and response to medication.
- Monitor patient health including vital signs, treatment plan progress, and activity participation.
- Serve in a fundamental role as a multi-disciplinary team member that creates a safe and positive environment through safety and observation rounds and group facilitation.
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. This position is located within our Central Ohio Behavior Healthcare Campus at 2200 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223.
Background Check NoticeThe final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
Rule 5122-7-21, “Background check on applicants,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment & interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO/ADA Administrator ferto.gov or .
All final applicants tentatively selected for this classification will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.
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…
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