Psychiatric/DD Nurse Supervisor

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union exempt from Union

Job summary

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health is seeking a Nurse Supervisor to provide leadership and oversight of nursing staff in a behavioral health hospital setting.

Responsibilities include rounds, care plan reviews, incident report follow-up, and delivering clear reports to Nurse Executives. This is an hourly, full‑time exempt role with after-hours AOD duties as needed.

Qualifications

• RN license in Ohio is required.
• 2 years of psychiatric nursing experience or equivalent in providing nursing services to persons with developmental disabilities.
• 3 months training or 3 months experience in employee training & development.
• 3 courses or 9 months experience in public relations.
• 3 courses or 9 months experience in counseling.

Responsibilities

• Provide general and direct supervision of nursing staff, ensuring adherence to standards of care.
• Conduct rounds in residential units and review nursing care plans for accuracy.
• Review incident reports, codes, medication errors, falls, and related to mechanical support devices or seclusion/restraint.
• Prepare and deliver written and verbal reports to Nurse Executives regarding operations, staffing, and patient care.
• Serve as Administrator on Duty for the facility during after-hours as needed.

Skills

Nursing

Attention to Detail

Critical Thinking

Delegation

Teamwork

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizing and Planning

Education

Registered Nurse license (Ohio)

Job description

Organization

Behavioral Health – Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

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

Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Supervisor to join our team. This role provides leadership and oversight to nursing staff while ensuring high-quality patient care in a behavioral health hospital setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide general and direct supervision of nursing staff, ensuring consistent adherence to standards of care.
• Conduct regular rounds in residential units and review nursing care plan documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Review & follow up on Incident Reports, Codes, Medication Error Reports, Falls, and reports related to Mechanical Support Devices or Seclusion/Restraint.
• Prepare and deliver clear written & verbal reports to Nurse Executives regarding clinical operations, staffing, and patient care issues.
• Serve as Administrator on Duty (AOD) for entire facility during after-hours shifts as needed, providing leadership and operational support.

This is an hourly position and is exempt from the bargaining units, with a pay range of 15 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are 6:00PM-6:30AM.

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.

Position Qualifications

Requires current license as registered professional nurse in state of Ohio as issued by Board of Nursing per Section 4723.03 of Revised Code; 24 mos. exp. in psychiatric nursing or delivery of nursing services to persons with developmental disabilities; 3 mos. trg. or 3 mos. exp. in employee training & development; 3 courses or 9 mos. exp. in public relations; 3 courses or 9 mos. exp. in counseling.

OR The equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience requirements, but not for the mandated licensure.

Job Skills

Nursing

Technical Skills

Behavioral Health, Communications, Educational Support, Executive Leadership, Interviewing, Medical Charting. Scheduling

Professional Skills

Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Delegation, Flexibility, Leading Others, Organizing and Planning, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

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. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

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.

Compensation $44.38

Schedule Full-time

Union Exempt from Union

Classified