RN - Clinical Educator - Behavioral Health - Part Time
About The Position
Join our Behavioral Health team as a Clinical Educator and help prepare nursing staff to deliver safe, compassionate, evidence-based care. We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with a passion for psychiatric nursing, education, and mentoring to support clinical excellence and professional growth. In this role, you will design, organize, implement, and evaluate orientation, continuing education, and in-service programs for direct care providers. Working closely with nursing leadership and the healthcare team, you will identify learning needs, strengthen clinical competency, and promote nursing standards that support quality patient outcomes.
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, preferably including three years in behavioral health or psychiatric nursing.
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland required.
- BLS certification in compliance with organizational policy required.
- 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.
- National certification in the clinical specialty preferred, or obtained within one year of eligibility.
- ACLS, PALS, NRP, or other certifications as required by the clinical units supported.
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
- Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Shift Differential Pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
