Welcome to the Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services (DMHSAS)

Join our Team at DMHSAS —helping people recover from mental illness and addiction, reuniting families, and improving communities.

Full time employees receive:

State Retirement with generous company match
11 Paid Holidays Each Year
15 Days of Annual Leave and 15 Days of Sick Leave the First Year
Subsidized Insurance Benefits – We help you pay for your benefits!

To learn more about the competitive and generous benefits provided to all full time employees click here.

To learn more about the vital services we provide to Oklahomans of all ages, please visit https://oklahoma.gov/odmhsas.html.

The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) is the State’s statutory authority responsible for prevention, treatment and recovery from mental illness, substance abuse and addictive disorders. In addition, ODMHSAS provides prevention services at the state and local levels, in partnership with area health providers, schools, law enforcement, veteran’s groups and other community stakeholders.  ODMHSAS manages the state’s behavioral health Medicaid services, and has rule-making responsibility for specific statutory certification processes (certifying approximately 3,300 treatment providers, organizations and individuals, throughout the state).

First Preference / Pre-Announcement: DMHSAS facilities must notify the above listed HR department by the opening date and time listed above if they have employees with a first preference request to return to work on a limited duty release.

Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit to urinalysis to test for drugs. Appointment to a safety sensitive position shall be contingent upon a negative drug test result.

This Agency Requires Coverage 24 Hours, 7 Days Per Week. Work Hours and Location May Vary Depending on Business Necessity. Employees May Be Required to Work Weekends and Overtime.

Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

Nurse Practitioner

Vinita, OK

Full Time

Oklahoma Forensic Center

Experienced

Nurse Practitioner
📍 Oklahoma Forensic Center – Vinita, OK
💼 Full-Time | Exempt | Commensurate based on education and experience

Join a Team that CARES
At the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS), our guiding values—I.C.A.R.E. (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence)—aren’t just words; they shape everything we do. Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well-being of all Oklahomans.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to grow with us.

About the Facility
The Oklahoma Forensic Center is the largest inpatient behavioral health facility within ODMHSAS and the state’s only inpatient forensic hospital, serving all 77 counties.

Location: Vinita, Oklahoma (approximately 60 miles northeast of Tulsa)

Capacity: 268 beds

Population Served: Individuals found incompetent for adjudication or adjudicated Not

Guilty by Reason of Insanity

This is more than a workplace—it’s a place where your expertise changes lives.

About the Role
We’re looking for a dynamic Nurse Practitioner to join our Clinical Services team! In this role, you will:

Comprehensive Patient Evaluations
Conduct detailed histories and physical, mental, and psychiatric assessments for new and existing patients
Clinical Decision-Making
Diagnose conditions and develop effective, individualized treatment plans and discharge strategies, evaluate daily clinical concerns and adjust treatment plans to ensure optimal outcomes
Patient Rounds & Collaboration
Round on units, review charts and collaborate closely with physicians and other interdisciplinary teams as a trusted clinical partner
Policy & Process Improvement
Help develop and implement clinical policies and procedures that enhance care delivery
Patient & Family Education
Provide guidance on preventive care, treatment plans, and medication use
Team Engagement
Participate in treatment team meetings, staff discussions, and educational conferences
Leadership Opportunities
Step into supervisory or administrative roles when needed

This is a role where your voice, leadership, and clinical skills truly matter.
Required Qualifications:

Active Oklahoma RN license
Certification as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN)
Minimum 3 years of RN experience
Eligibility for prescriptive authority (must meet Oklahoma Board of Nursing requirements within 30 days of hire)
Graduate-level education in advanced practice nursing

Special Requirements:

Successful completion of OSBI background check
Pre-employment drug screening required

Benefits That Support You
ODMHSAS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package:

Generous state-paid benefit allowance

Multiple health insurance options (no pre-existing condition exclusions)

Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care)

Employee assistance and wellness programs

11 paid holidays annually

15 vacation days and 15 sick days in your first year

Retirement plan with strong employer match

Longevity bonuses

Student loan repayment opportunities

Continuing Medical Education (CME) support

Life in the Grand Lake Area
Living near Grand Lake offers an exceptional balance of work and lifestyle:

Minutes from Grand Lake o’ the Cherokees- one of Oklahoma’s premier destinations for

boating, fishing, 4x4 rock crawling and waterfront living

Relaxed pace with low cost of living and short commutes

Access to golf courses, marinas, and scenic outdoor spaces

Unique local shops, dining, and cultural attractions

Close-knit community with easy access to Tulsa

Important to Know:
Our facility operates 24/7, so flexibility is key. Occasional weekends or overtime may be required based on operational needs.

Ready to bring your skills somewhere they truly matter? Apply today and be part of something bigger.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations available upon request.

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