Psychiatric​/Mental Health RN

Overview

Organization:
Agency Contact Name and Information : anshita.munshanio.gov

Primary

Location:

United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati

Compensation : $/ hour + Supplements

Schedule:

Full-time

Work Hours :
See Description Below

Union : 1199

Nursing

Technical Skills :
Communications, Advocacy

Professional Skills :
Adaptability, Critical Thinking

Registered 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 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.

• Serve as a core member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, contributing nursing expertise to the development and execution of individualized psychiatric care plans.
• Continuously observe, assess, and document patients’ mental status, behaviors, and responses to psychiatric medications and interventions to guide treatment adjustments.
• Function as Charge Nurse by coordinating and directing psychiatric nursing care, supporting staff performance, and ensuring a safe, structured, and recovery-focused environment.
• Provide critical clinical input for treatment documentation, including progress notes, care plans, and multidisciplinary reports, ensuring comprehensive and accurate patient records.
• Lead and facilitate therapeutic group activities that support patients  emotional regulation, social skills, and coping strategies as part of a holistic care approach.

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
. Day, afternoon and evening shifts available, weekend and holiday rotation s. This position is located within our Summit Behavioral Healthcare Campus at 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.

Additional Salary / Appointment Information:

• Additional $1.50 per hour shift differential for 2 nd and 3 rd shift
• Additional 10% pay Supplement ($3.34 per hour) for hours worked 2:30 pm – 7:00 am
• Additional hourly retention supplements available for education and certifications up to 15%
• Annual increases each year with an additional longevity supplement after 5 years of service

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…