RN - Clinical Educator - Behavioral Health - Part Time

Meritus Health External • Hagerstown, MD

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About The Position

The Clinical Educator supports nursing excellence and clinical confidence on the Behavioral Health team by preparing staff to deliver safe, compassionate, evidence-based care. The role designs, organizes, implements, and evaluates orientation, continuing education, and in-service programs for direct care providers. Working with nursing leadership and the healthcare team, the educator identifies learning needs, strengthens clinical competency, and promotes nursing standards that support quality patient outcomes. The position is part time, 40 hours biweekly, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
• Master of Science in Nursing required within five years of the start date.
• Minimum of five years of recent acute care experience required.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland required.
• BLS certification in compliance with organizational policy required.
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, or other certifications as required by the clinical units supported.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with clinical teams and support staff with varying learning needs.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in nursing education preferred.
• Three years in behavioral health or psychiatric nursing preferred.
• National certification in the clinical specialty preferred, or obtained within one year of eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver orientation and ongoing education tailored to the needs of Behavioral Health staff.
• Assess learning needs and evaluate educational programs to support staff competency and professional development.
• Promote evidence-based behavioral health nursing practices and adherence to professional standards of care.
• Serve as a clinical resource, mentor, and role model, helping staff build confidence and apply sound clinical judgment.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to address educational needs identified through quality improvement initiatives and clinical practice.
• Uphold ethical nursing practice in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance, with coverage beginning on the first of the month following the hire date.
• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
• Education assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Shift differential pay may be available for team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level