What You’ll Do At DBH

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

You Also Need To Know

May work weekends and holidays; may be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior

Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment

Biennial renewal of licensure as registered nurse required

This is an hourly position covered by the SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of #13 on the SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are 7 am - 7:30 p.m. / one 8 hour shift. This position is located within our Northwest Behavioral Healthcare CampusNorthwest Behavioral Healthcare Campus at 930 South Detroit Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43614930 South Detroit Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43614.

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

All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.

Requires current license as registered professional nurse in state of Ohio as issued by Board of Nursing per Section 4723.03 of Revised Code.

For positions that require operation of motor vehicle to transport consumers to recreational, educational &/or occupational

activities, a valid driver’s license is required.

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

Organization

Behavioral Health – Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

Agency Contact Name and Information

Donita Alcodray 419-392-9096

Unposting Date

Nov 26, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

Northwest Ohio Psych Hosp

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Lucas County-Toledo

Compensation

$34.96

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

7AM - 7:30PM / ONE 8 HOUR SHIFT

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

1199

Primary Job Skill

Nursing

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

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.

Psychiatric/DD Nurse (1ST SHIFT)

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