Psychiatric Nurse - Developmental Disabilities (Full-Time)

Taleo; Mount Vernon (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities seeks qualified nursing professionals to assess and manage medical needs for residents in a structured care setting. You will administer treatments, monitor patient responses, and coordinate with physicians and LPNs to ensure high-quality care.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation accuracy, and ongoing staff training to improve outcomes and safety for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of professional nursing procedures; psychiatric or developmentally disabled nursing.
• Employee training & development; state & federal regulations related to nursing.
• Public relations and counseling skills for patient and family interaction.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate nursing and medical needs of patients in care.
• Direct and monitor nursing care plans and treatments ordered by physicians.
• Record vital signs, monitor responses to medications, and coordinate appointments.
• Provide patient/family teaching and respond to emergencies.
• Support interdisciplinary team in care planning and training new staff.

Skills

Nursing

Public relations

Counseling

Medical equipment

Employee training

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities seeks qualified nursing professionals to assess and manage medical needs for residents in a structured care setting. You will administer treatments, monitor patient responses, and coordinate with physicians and LPNs to ensure high-quality care.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation accuracy, and ongoing staff training to improve outcomes and safety for individuals with developmental disabilities.