Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health

LifeBridge Health; Randallstown (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Northwest Hospital, part of LifeBridge Health in Randallstown, MD, seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct clinical care on the 4A, BHU, and ER pods. Under the unit manager, you will assess, plan, and implement age-appropriate care per shift and supervise staff to ensure safe, high-quality patient outcomes.

The role requires at least one year of nursing experience, a Nursing degree, and an active Maryland RN license or eligibility, plus Basic Life Support.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of nursing experience.
• Nursing degree required.
• Active Maryland RN license or eligibility required.
• Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical patient care under the unit manager.
• Assess, plan, implement age-appropriate care per shift.
• Supervise staff and delegate appropriate care.
• Support CNO to ensure high-quality, safe nursing care and resource management.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Leadership

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Behavioral Health and 4A provide general, acute care for inpatient adults who may be suffering from mental or behavioral health issues. The 4A unit has a capacity of 12beds, while the BHU census capacity is 23 beds. Patients in these units may be depressed, schizophrenic, or struggle with substance abuse or a mood disorder. In addition to the BHU and 4A, staff may work in one of two 6-bed areas of the ER, referred to as North Pod and West Pod, which can house adults, adolescents, or children, in acute psychiatric crisis. The majority of nursing staff in this area cross train to all three areas. Staff members in these areas must be positive and outgoing and must utilize strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status.

Summary:
Under the direction of the unit manager, this role provides direct clinical patient care. The role will assume responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing direct age-appropriate clinical care to assigned patients on a per shift basis, and unit level. The role is responsible for supervision of staff to which appropriate care is delegated. The role is accountable to support CNO to ensure high quality, safe and appropriate nursing care, competency of clinical staff, and appropriate resource management related to patient care.

Experience:

• Required: Minimum of one year of experience.

Education:

• Required: Nursing Degree

Licensures & Certifications:

• Required: Registered Nurse License - Current Maryland license or eligibility to obtain Maryland license
• Basic Life Support

Pay Range: $37.15 to $57.58 Based On Experience

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire, plus wellness programs and mental health support
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications
• Generous paid time off, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking

About Northwest Hospital

Northwest Hospital is a full-service community hospital in Baltimore County serving Randallstown, Pikesville, Owings Mills, and beyond. As part of LifeBridge Health - one of the region's most comprehensive healthcare systems - Northwest delivers compassionate, high-quality care close to home, with a mission to improve the health of the communities we serve, and to take care of the people who take care of patients.

About LifeBridge Health

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in Maryland.

Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.