Registered Nurse RN

Location: Columbus, OH (In-Person)

Pay

$38.00 – $45.00 per hour

Schedule

• Week 1: 10am-10pm Sunday-Tuesday (36 hours)
• Week 2: 12pm-10pm Wednesday-Saturday (40 hours)

About the Role

DTAC (Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers) is expanding—and we’re looking for a compassionate, skilled Registered Nurse (RN) who is passionate about helping adolescents heal and thrive. In this role, you’ll work in a Male Adolescent Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) supporting youth ages 11–17 with complex behavioral health needs. This is more than a nursing position—it’s an opportunity to create lasting change in the lives of young people through trauma-informed, therapeutic care.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ($34–$48/hr)
• Meaningful, mission-driven work
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Direct impact on youth and families

Responsibilities

Clinical & Nursing Care

• Perform health assessments (vitals, injuries, behavioral and psychiatric symptoms)
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
• Monitor for medication effectiveness and side effects
• Document thoroughly in EMR (MARs, nursing notes, PRNs, incidents, etc.)
• Coordinate care with providers, pharmacies, and outside medical services

Behavioral Health & Therapeutic Support

• Help maintain a structured, trauma-informed environment
• Provide education on wellness, medication, hygiene, and coping skills
• Support individualized treatment plans with the clinical team

Crisis Response & Safety

• Respond to behavioral and medical emergencies
• Use de-escalation techniques and clinical judgment under pressure
• Monitor for safety risks (self-harm, aggression, environmental concerns)
• Ensure proper protocols and safety procedures are followed

Team Collaboration

• Participate in treatment planning, team meetings, and discharge planning
• Support and guide direct care staff on medical-related matters
• Communicate effectively across shifts and departments

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain compliance with state regulations, Medicaid standards, and agency policies
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical nursing standards

Requirements

Required

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio
• Ability to pass background checks and required screenings
• CPR & First Aid certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)

Preferred

• Experience in adolescent behavioral health or psychiatric nursing
• Residential treatment or crisis stabilization experience
• Trauma-informed care and de-escalation techniques
• Working with high-acuity youth populations

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate, timely documentation and medication administration
• Strong compliance with clinical and safety standards
• Positive contributions to a safe, structured, therapeutic environment
• Effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

About DTAC

DTAC is a growing behavioral health organization dedicated to helping youth and families achieve long-term healing, stability, and independence. Our trauma-informed programs provide structured, supportive environments for individuals with complex emotional and behavioral needs.