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. training. or 3 months exp. in employee training & development; 3 courses or 9 months exp. in public relations; 3 courses or 9 months. exp. in counseling.
-Or 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
What you’ll do at OhioMHAS:
Under general direction of the Assistant Director of Nursing and Clinical Nurse Managers, this Psychiatric Nurse Supervisor provides management of the Nursing Department.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Clinical Supervision:
Oversees & coordinates nursing services for patients on assigned shift per patient populations served within facility (e.g., adult acute, geriatric, forensic, MI/MR) based upon established nursing standards of care
Respects patient’s rights & adheres to ethical standards
Supervises & directs the implementation of the nursing process
Serves as liaison with other disciplines (e.g., medicine, psychology, psychiatry, adjunctive therapy, social work)
Provides oversight & direction during psychiatric & medical emergencies ensuring proficient & timely clinical response; ensures implementation of timely staff debriefings
Monitors assigned staff nurses’ record completion (e.g., admission assessments, seclusion/restraint, incident reports)
Continually monitors the quality of nursing care through the nursing department’s QA/PI process
Initiates & carries out all steps necessary to support the hospital mission, philosophy & values.
Maintains knowledge of COBH procedures for responding to workplace incidents & working knowledge of COBH safety & prevention programs, including infection control
Performs additional clinical-related duties to ensure efficient & appropriate access for services & provision of care:
Receives admission requests from referral sources & collaborates with physicians to determine clinical appropriateness based on hospital admission criteria
Manages admission processes including completing/ensuring completion of Nursing Assessment
Rounds on units during shift to assess needs of staff & patients
Evaluates patient medical/psychiatric needs & ensures provision of proper levels of care (e.g., medication, use of restraints or seclusion)
Confers with physician &/or psychiatrist regarding patient care/treatment
Utilizes computer to enter &/or retrieve patient clinical information; assures completion of unit shift reports
Serves as contact for families, external agencies & staff;
Coordinates off-ground appointments (e.g., shopping, transportation to hospitals)
Assures compliance with standards of accrediting agencies (e.g., Joint Commission, Medicare); supports & implements National Patient Safety Goals
Assists in the development of nursing &/or hospital policies/procedures.
Staff Supervision:
Directly supervises Psych/DD Nurses & TPWs/PATs on shift
Facilitates use of “Team Scheduling”; ensures scheduling of adequate staffing based upon patient acuity
Manages use of overtime
Approves/disapproves leave
Completes performance reviews & competencies in a timely manner
Recruits & supports retention of nursing staff
Assists with staff orientation; counsels/coaches/mentors staff
Participates in continuing education training of staff for required CEUs to educate & guide staff in holistic care & therapeutic treatment of patients (e.g., psychiatric, physical, cultural, social, spiritual, etc.)
Assures that staff remains current with hospital training requirements
Completes first step in disciplinary process
Develops & implements performance improvement plans
Attends &/or participates in meetings, as assigned
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 5 8-hour shifts of 10\:30pm-7\:00am or 4 10-hour shifts of 8\:30pm-7am and require an every other weekend rotation. Schedule may vary based on needs of the business.
What’s in it for you:
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 Coverage
Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth/Adoption leave
Employee Development Funds
The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Psych/DD Nurse Supervisor - 3rd shift
Who we are:
At the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS), 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, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.
OhioMHAS 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.
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 Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Application Procedures
To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio.gov). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications, experience, education, and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application. In addition, “see resume” is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly.
Background Check Notice
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment &/or interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO Program Administrator at or .
All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.