Psychiatric/DD Nurse Part time 15% Recruitment Supplement and 10% Supplement for 2nd and 3rd shifts

What You'll Do

• Assumes primary nursing responsibility for assigned residents (e.g., nursing treatment planning, verification & review of physician order, chart audits, self-medication plans, human sexuality programs, medical administration, infection control, physical assessments & health care related scenario programs) as appropriate to assigned duties on assigned duty shift
• Participates in related meetings as required by Supervisor
• Communicates medical information to parents/guardians, when appropriate
• Fills in for psychiatric meetings as necessary & works with physicians on a rotating basis (e.g., setting up charts, verifying orders written from physician consults)
• Processes physician orders (e.g., labs, x-rays, medical appointments), enters physician’s orders into computerized records & communicates change of resident status to appropriate interdisciplinary team members
• Schedule follow-up care of residents with physicians as needed & communicates medical appointments to appropriate personnel
• Assesses & reviews preventative health screening forms & ensures quarterly physical exams are completed on residents
• Affords assistance in feeding, grooming & self-care
• Evaluates client and staff injuries & administers & records first aid as necessary
• Responds to medical emergencies (e.g., first aid, CPR, psychotropic emergencies, etc.) & assists in decision making in supervisor’s absence
• Maintains health care charts on living areas to ensure proper follow-up & continuity of health care
• Serves as member of the interdisciplinary team, including in collaboration with the client’s physician pursuant to client health conditions
• Submits reports to supervisor (e.g., IPP input, chart audits, psychotropic medication reviews, self-medication inputs & physical assessments)
• Develops, implements & evaluates client self-medication programs
• Provides health teaching & direction to family, staff & clients as directed
• Affords assistance in orienting training of new staff
• Conducts & participates in In-Service trainings sessions
• Provides clinical oversight to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)
• Performs other related duties as assigned (e.g., Provides input on Unusual Incident Reports (UIRs), completes nursing department shift reports of client health conditions to ensure continuity of care, ensures proper maintenance & security of the drug cupboard as appropriate)

What’s In It For You

• Salary Information: $36.01 per hour with the first increase in 180 days to $37.75
• Additional $1.50 per hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• Additional $3.60 per hour for assigned 2nd and 3rd shift
• Annual increases each year with an additional longevity supplement after 5 years of service
• Cost of Living increases every July 1st per the current 1199 bargaining unit contract
• Medical Coverage: Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan
• Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance: Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS): The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary
• The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees as defined in applicable federal law, state law, and any effective executive order
• 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
• The final candidate selected for the position will be required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination in accordance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Final Interim Rule 2021-23831,42 CFR 483.430(f) and State of Ohio Administrative Policy HR-52
• Job Skills: Nursing Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Customer Service, Medical, Medical Charting, Medication Management Professional Skills: Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Confidentiality, Teamwork, Time Management Organization
• Developmental Disabilities - Columbus Developmental Center Agency Contact Name and Information: charlotte.calloway@dodd.ohio.gov
• Unposting Date: Jan 1, 2027, 4:59:00 AM
• Work Location: Columbus Developmental Center
• Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
• Compensation: $36.01 - $50.37
• Schedule: Part-time
• Classified Indicator: Classified
• Technical Skills: Medical Charting, Medication Management, Behavioral Health, Customer Service, Medical
• Professional Skills: Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Time Management, Confidentiality
• Agency Overview: Join our team at the Columbus Developmental Center! About Us: Offering support across the lifespan of people with developmental disabilities, the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities oversees a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. DODD is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.