What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric/DD Nurse - Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare - Established Term Appointment position at Ohio Department of Behavioral Health?
What You’ll Do At DBH
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.
Established Term Appointments (ETA) are scheduled to meet the needs of the hospital with no guarantee of hours, shifts or assignment location. An Established Term Appointment (ETA) will have a length of appointment not to exceed ten (10) months consecutively.
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.
Job Skills: Nursing
Technical Skills: Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Customer Service, Medical Charting, Medication Management
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Time Management, Confidentiality, Adaptability
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.
Organization
Behavioral Health – Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information
Donita Alcodray 419-392-9096
Unposting Date
Jul 9, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Northwest Ohio Psych Hosp
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Lucas County-Toledo
Compensation
$36.01
Schedule
Part-time
Work Hours
various
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Technical Skills
Medical Charting, Medication Management, Behavioral Health, Customer Service, Mental Health
Professional Skills
Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Time Management, Confidentiality
Agency Overview
Psychiatric/DD Nurse
Established Term Appointment (ETA)
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
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.
- Serve in a fundamental role as an interdisciplinary treatment team member for psychiatric patients creating and executing treatment plans
- Observe, evaluate, and record patient behavior, condition, & response to medication and treatment
- As charge nurse, initiate and direct psychiatric and nursing care for patients and provide support and direction for nursing staff while promoting a positive and safe environment for recovery
- Contributes vital input on records, plans, and reports
- Facilitate patient group activities
- Utilize approved de-escalation techniques, support behavioral plans, and respond effectively to emergencies
- Provide supportive interactions, encourage coping skills, and maintain a safe and structured environment
- Promote dignity, respect, patient rights, and trauma-informed practices
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.
Established Term Appointments (ETA) are scheduled to meet the needs of the hospital with no guarantee of hours, shifts or assignment location. An Established Term Appointment (ETA) will have a length of appointment not to exceed ten (10) months consecutively.
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.
Job Skills: Nursing
Technical Skills: Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Customer Service, Medical Charting, Medication Management
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Time Management, Confidentiality, Adaptability
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.
Organization
Behavioral Health – Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information
Donita Alcodray 419-392-9096
Unposting Date
Jul 9, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Northwest Ohio Psych Hosp
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Lucas County-Toledo
Compensation
$36.01
Schedule
Part-time
Work Hours
various
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Technical Skills
Medical Charting, Medication Management, Behavioral Health, Customer Service, Mental Health
Professional Skills
Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Time Management, Confidentiality
Agency Overview
Psychiatric/DD Nurse
Established Term Appointment (ETA)
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
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.
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