Registered Nurse - Thought Disorders

Sheppard-Pratt-; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement program

Medical, dental and vision benefits

403b retirement match

Generous paid-time-off

Job summary

The Thought Disorders Unit at Sheppard Pratt Health System in Towson, MD is hiring a Registered Nurse (Night). This 22-bed unit provides psychiatric nursing care with a focus on psychotic illnesses, rotating weekends, and a 7PM–7AM schedule.

You will perform full professional psychiatric nursing duties, administer treatments, educate patients and families, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team. Maryland RN licensure required; CPR (AHA) and orientation provided.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current RN license to practice in Maryland at time of appointment and maintain licensure thereafter.
• Experience in a psychiatric nursing setting preferred.
• CPR certification (AHA) required before first day of employment.
• Orientation and training provided for new clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of professional psychiatric nursing services, including assessing, planning, administering, and evaluating patient care per 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 staff.
• Document and report patient progress to the treatment team.

Education

Maryland RN license

Compact state nursing license

Job description

Registered Nurse-Towson Thought Disorders (Night)

• Posted on July 24, 2026

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Hospital - Towson
6501 N. Charles Street
Towson, MD 21204, USA

• Nursing
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: REGIS011416

Description

Schedule: 36 hours weekly, 7PM to 7AM with rotating weekends. Type: In Person.

The Thought Disorders Unit at Sheppard Pratt Health System is a 22-bed unit that treats patients with psychotic illnesses, including Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorders, as well as Neuropsychiatric Disorders. Patients are treated under the expert care of experienced psychiatrists, nursing, and other clinical staff. With an average length of stay between 10 and 14 days, the Thought Disorders Unit is unique as it is one of the few specialized units across the country that specifically cares for patients with psychotic illnesses.

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.
• 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)

The pay range for this position is $37.08 minimum to $56.83 maximum. 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 individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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