RN - Brook Lane - Behavioral Health

Meritus Health•Hagerstown, MD

6d•$73,840 - $120,640•Onsite

About The Position

As an inpatient Behavioral Health Nurse, you play a vital role in providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. You will work in a fast-paced, structured environment within a mental health hospital, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support patients through stabilization and recovery. This role requires strong clinical skills, emotional resilience, and a commitment to patient advocacy.

Requirements

ASN or higher required.
Minimum of one year of experience in a hospital setting required.
Current license to practice as Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland, or if resident of a state that participates in Nurse Multi-State Compact agreement, holds Registered Nurse License from that state that is designated as "Compact" or "Multi-State Privilege" using primary source verification and provides additional documentation as required by the Maryland Board of Nursing. RN License from a compact state with a designation of "Single State" does not meet the requirement and nurse must obtain a Maryland license.
Ability to apply the standards of professional nursing practice with compassion and empathy.
Basic computer skills required.
Must possess high level of organization and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

BSN or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care, including medication administration, monitoring for side effects, and assessing changes in patient behavior.
Conduct patient assessments to evaluate mental, emotional, and physical health needs.
Work closely with psychiatrists, social workers, and therapists to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Support de-escalation efforts, utilizing therapeutic communication and crisis intervention techniques.
Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, coping strategies, and discharge planning.
Document all patient interactions, interventions, and progress in electronic health records.
Participate in shift hand-offs and team meetings to ensure continuity of care.