Mental Health/Psychiatric Nurse (RN)

Mental Health/Psychiatric Nurse (RN)

Organization: Behavioral Health - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

Agency Contact Name and Information: View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Work Location: Central Ohio Behavioral Health 2200 West Broad Street Columbus, Ohio 43223

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation: $34.96 - $48.90

Schedule: Full-time

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: 1199

Primary Job Skill: Nursing

Technical Skills: Medication Management, Behavioral Health, Mental Health

Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Cultural Awareness, Building Trust, Coaching, Collaboration, Motivating Others, Decision Making, Delegation, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Priority Setting

Agency Overview

Mental Health Nurse (RN) Psych/DD Nurse 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-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.

Job Description

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.

What You'll Do at DBH: As a Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare Mental Health/Psychiatric RN you will:

Be responsible for maintaining a therapeutic milieu that is safe and focused on delivering quality patient care

Serve a fundamental role as an interdisciplinary treatment team member for psychiatric patients creating and executing their treatment plans

Observe, evaluate, and record patient behavior, condition, & response to medication and treatment

Will serve as charge nurse, initiate and direct psychiatric and nursing care for patients on your unit 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 of $13 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are five 8-hour shifts per week. Second shift is 2:30PM –11:00PM with an every other weekend rotation. This position is located within our Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare Campus at 2200 West Broad Street Columbus, Ohio 43223. Additional Salary / Appointment Information: Additional $1.50 per hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift Additional 10% pay Supplement ($3.50 per hour) for hours worked 3:00 pm – 7:00 am Additional hourly retention supplements available for educational degrees, professional certifications, and service time at COBH (up to 15%) Yearly cost of living increases per the 1199 contract Periodic step increases, the first of which is awarded after 180 days of employment! Additional longevity pay supplement after 5 years of service! Please note: ALL positions must be able to complete a 3-week (business days Monday – Friday) 7:30am – 4:00pm full-time orientation for first three weeks of employment, even if doing a part-time position. May work weekends and holidays; may be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment Biennial renewal of licensure as registered nurse required.

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 Requires current license as registered nurse in state of Ohio as issued by Board of Nursing per Section 4723.03 of Revised Code. *Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria: All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record. Additional Qualifications: Primary Job Skill: Nursing Technical Skills: Medication Management, Mental Health, Therapeutical Services Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Cultural Awareness, Building Trust, Coaching, Collaboration, Motivating Others, Decision Making, Delegation, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Priority Setting Required Educational Transcripts Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. Ohio DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Supplemental Information

Application Procedures To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio.gov). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications, experience, education, and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application. In addition, "see resume" is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly. Background Check Notice The 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 &/or interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO/ADA Administrator at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. All final applicants tentatively selected for this class 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. ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model