Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time - Summit Behavioral Healthcare

State of Ohio; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid time off

Public Retirement Systems

Holidays (11 per year)

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) seeks a licensed practical nurse to support medication administration, patient education, and care coordination at our Cincinnati facility. This full-time role offers 1st and 2nd shifts with rotating weekends and holidays.

Expect to participate in patient observation, health monitoring, and teamwork in a safety-focused, compassionate environment with comprehensive benefits and state employment perks.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Ohio.
• Experience in behavioral health preferred.
• BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medication administration, education, and empowerment to individuals receiving care.
• Monitor and document patient response to medications and treatment interventions.
• Observe, evaluate, and record patient behavior, condition, and overall progress.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to patient care, treatment plans, and clinical observations.
• Monitor patient health status including vital signs and treatment plan progress.
• Support individuals in achieving treatment goals through ongoing care and engagement.
• Serve as a key member of a multidisciplinary treatment team focused on patient recovery and wellness.
• Promote a safe, positive, and therapeutic environment through safety checks and rounds.

Skills

Nursing

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.

Organization

Behavioral Health - Summit Behavioral Healthcare

Work Location

1101 Summit Road
Cincinnati, Ohio, 45237-2621
United States

Compensation

$27.56

Schedule

Permanent – Full Time

Work Hours

1st shift from 6:30am-3pm and 2nd shift from 2:30pm-11:00pm. Every other weekend rotation

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Nursing

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, 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.

What You’ll Do

Medication Administration & Support

• Provide medication administration, education, and empowerment to individuals receiving care
• Monitor and document patient response to medications and treatment interventions

Patient Observation & Documentation

• Observe, evaluate, and record patient behavior, condition, and overall progress
• Maintain accurate documentation related to patient care, treatment plans, and clinical observations

Health Monitoring & Treatment Support

• Monitor patient health status including vital signs, treatment plan progress, and participation in therapeutic activities
• Support individuals in achieving treatment goals through ongoing care and engagement

Team Collaboration & Patient Safety

• Serve as a key member of a multidisciplinary treatment team focused on patient recovery and wellness
• Promote a safe, positive, and therapeutic environment through safety checks, observation rounds, and group facilitation activities

Additional Information

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. Normal working hours are 1st shift from 6:30am-3:00pm and 2nd shift 2:30pm-11:00pm with rotating weekends and holidays. This position is located within our 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, OH 45237.

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 above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

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.

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.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment &/or interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO/ADA Administrator at [e-mail] or 614-466-8884.

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

License to practice nursing as a licensed practical nurse issued by Ohio Board of Nursing pursuant to Section 4723 OhioRevised Code & proof of completion of an approved course in medication administration.

Note: Licensed Practical Nurses who administer dialysis treatment must possess Certification in IV Therapy pursuant to Section 4723.17 Ohio Revised Code.

Job Skills: Nursing

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.