Registered Nurse, Geriatric

Sheppard-Pratt-; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 106,249,000 - 162,841,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental and vision benefits

403b retirement match

Paid-time-off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt in Towson, MD is seeking a Registered Nurse (Geriatric) to join our inpatient psychiatry unit. You will provide full-range psychiatric nursing care, assessments, planning, administration, and evaluation per treatment plans, under the direction of the care team.

Required: current Maryland RN license (or compact state) and ongoing licensure; prior psychiatric nursing experience preferred; orientation starts on day one; benefits include tuition reimbursement, comprehensive

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Maryland RN license (or compact state) at appointment and maintain it.
• Experience in psychiatric nursing preferred.
• Geriatric/Med-Surg experience a plus (1 year minimum).

Responsibilities

• Provide full-range professional psychiatric nursing care per treatment plans.
• Administer prescribed medical treatments and monitor patient progress.
• Educate and support patients and families; document progress in chart.
• Provide day-to-day clinical direction to Mental Health Workers or staff.

Skills

RN licensure

Psychiatric nursing

CPR certification

Education

RN license in Maryland

Job description

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Registered Nurse, Geriatric

• Posted on September 9, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

Hospital - Towson
Towson, MD 21204, USA

• On-site
• Hourly Range : $37.08 USD to $56.83 USD
• Nursing
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: REGIS012976

Description

The Geriatric Neuropsychiatry Unitis a 14-bed unit providing treatment for patients whose psychiatric symptoms may be the result of Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease, neurodegenerative disorders or head traumas.

As a Registered Nurse/RN you will:

• Perform a full range of professional psychiatric nursing services, including assessing, planning, administering, and evaluating patient care in accordance with team treatment plans.
• Administer medical treatment as prescribed by physician.
• Teach and provide psychosocial support to patients and their families.
• Provide day-to-day clinical direction to assigned Mental Health Workers or other paraprofessional staff.
• Document and report patient progress to treatment team.

Requirements:

• Must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Maryland (or compact state) at time of appointment and continuously while in position.
• Experience in a psychiatric nursing setting preferred
• Preferred Geriatric and/or Med-Surg experience (at least 1 year)
• All new clinical staff will begin their extended clinical orientation/training immediately following your first day of employment.
• AHA CPR required before first day of employment

What we need from you.

• Must hold current registered nurse (RN) licensure to practice in Maryland at the time of appointment and maintain licensure throughout the duration of employment.
• Candidates residing in a compact state may apply with a multistate license and must obtain a Maryland RN license within 60 days of relocation.
• Experience in a psychiatric nursing setting is preferred, but not necessary.
• At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individuals facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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Qualifications

Behaviors

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Peer Recognition : Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer
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