Behavioral Health/Psychiatric Nurse (RN)

Taleo; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Education opportunities

Retirement options

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health seeks a Behavioral Health Nurse (RN) to join the Central Ohio Behavioral Health Campus in Columbus. You will provide direct patient care on a 2nd shift unit, coordinate with an interdisciplinary team, and contribute to treatment planning.

Requires Ohio RN licensure, strong nursing and behavioral health skills, and the ability to work five 8-hour shifts weekly. Benefits include shift differentials, annual increases, and comprehensive state employee

Qualifications

• Requires current license as registered nurse in state of Ohio as issued by Board of Nursing per Section 4723.03 of Revised Code.

Responsibilities

• 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, and 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.

Skills

Nursing

Medication Management

Behavioral Health

Mental Health

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information: [e-mail] or 614-641-4346

Work Location: Central Ohio Behavioral Health 2200 West Broad Street Columbus 43223-1492

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

Compensation: $36.01 - $50.37

Schedule: Full-time

Union: 1199

Primary Job Skill: Nursing

Technical Skills: Medication Management, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Nursing

Professional Skills: Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Building Trust, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Priority Setting

Agency Overview

Behavioral 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

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

• 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, and 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 for full-time. The opening is second shift, which 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 2 nd and 3 rd shift
• Additional 10% pay Supplement ($3.60 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.

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

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 & interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO/ADA Administrator at [e-mail] or 614-466-8884.

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 employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.