About this role
RN - Clinical Educator - Behavioral Health Unit
Part Time - 40 hrs. Biweekly - Monday - Friday - 8am- 430pm
Inspire nursing excellence. Strengthen clinical confidence. Make a difference in behavioral health.
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.
Key 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.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
Master of Science in Nursing required within five years of the start date.
Masters degree in nursing education preferred.
Experience
Minimum of five years of recent acute care experience required, preferably including three years in behavioral health or psychiatric nursing.
Licensure and Certifications
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland required.
National certification in the clinical specialty preferred, or obtained within one year of eligibility.
BLS certification in compliance with organizational policy required.
ACLS, PALS, NRP, or other certifications as required by the clinical units supported.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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.
Help shape the practice of behavioral health nursing at Meritus—apply today!
Caring for Our Team
We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
- Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
- Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
Support for your continued learning and career growth.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
- Shift Differential Pay
Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.