Registered Nurse (RN) - Adolescent Behavioral Health (PRTF)
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
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.
Why You'll Love This Role
• 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
What You'll Do
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
What We're Looking For
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
- Adolescent behavioral health or psychiatric nursing
- Residential treatment or crisis stabilization
- 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
Apply Today
If you're a dedicated RN who wants to make a real difference in behavioral health, we'd love to connect with you.
