RN - Behavioral Health - Full Time - Nightshift

Meritus Health • Hagerstown, MD

119d • $36 - $58 • Onsite

About The Position

Meritus is now hiring for a dedicated and patient-centered Registered Nurse to join our Behavioral Health Unit, where you will play a vital role supporting patients on their journey toward stabilization, healing, and recovery. If you are passionate about mental health, thrive in a supportive team environment, and are committed to delivering exceptional, holistic patient care, we want to meet you.

Requirements

• ASN Required.
• Minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse
• Current Maryland RN license or eligible for
• Current BLS

Nice To Haves

• BSN Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to patients experiencing acute or chronic behavioral health conditions.
• Perform ongoing assessments, monitor patient responses, and update care plans accordingly.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately while maintaining patient safety.
• Participate in therapeutic milieu management and de-escalation interventions.
• Build trusting, therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Facilitate a supportive environment that promotes emotional and psychological stabilization.
• Work closely with psychiatrists, therapists, case managers, and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members, ensuring clear understanding and continuity of care.
• Document assessments, interventions, and teaching in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire
• life insurance
• short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one
• 401k plan
• education assistance program
• employee assistance program
• shift differential for evening, night, or weekend shifts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree