RN - Behavioral Health - Full Time - Nightshift

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 74,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $30,000

Job summary

Meritus Health in Hagerstown, MD, is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Behavioral Health Unit on the night shift. This full-time, on-site role features 72 hours biweekly, 7:30 pm to 7:00 am, with a sign-on bonus and a collaborative care environment.

Candidates should have ASN with one year RN experience, an active Maryland RN license or eligibility, and BLS certification. BSN is preferred; benefits are competitive, and shift differentials may apply.

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred.
• Minimum of one year RN experience.
• Maryland RN license or eligible.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to patients with behavioral health needs.
• Perform ongoing assessments and update care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments with patient safety in mind.
• Engage in milieu management and de-escalation.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and case managers to coordinate care.

Skills

RN Experience

Team Collaboration

Education

ASN

BSN Preferred

Maryland RN license or eligible

BLS Certification

Tools

EHR

Job description

RN - Behavioral Health - Full Time - Nightshift

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: RNBEH014400

• Posted : August 13, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Meritus Medical Center
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

• Pay or shift range: $35.50 USD to $58 USD The posted range is the budgeted amount for this position. The actual rate of pay will be determined based on several factors, including your relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and alignment with Meritus Health’s compensation practices.

Description

RN - Behavioral Health - Full Time - Nightshift
72 hrs. Biweekly, 630pm - 7am
Up to $30,000 Sign on Bonus!

Meritus is now hiring for a dedicated and patient-centered Registered Nurse to join our Behavioral Health Unit, where you will play a vital role supporting patients on their journey toward stabilization, healing, and recovery.

If you are passionate about mental health, thrive in a supportive team environment, and are committed to delivering exceptional, holistic patient care, we want to meet you.

Why Join Meritus?

A supportive, collaborative behavioral health team

Opportunities for professional development and specialty training

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits

A mission-driven environment focused on patient dignity and compassionate care

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care & Assessment

Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to patients experiencing acute or chronic behavioral health conditions.

Perform ongoing assessments, monitor patient responses, and update care plans accordingly.

Administer medications and treatments accurately while maintaining patient safety.

Therapeutic Support

Participate in therapeutic milieu management and de-escalation interventions.

Build trusting, therapeutic relationships with patients and families.

Facilitate a supportive environment that promotes emotional and psychological stabilization.

Work closely with psychiatrists, therapists, case managers, and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.

Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members, ensuring clear understanding and continuity of care.

Document assessments, interventions, and teaching in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.

Requirements

• ASN Required. BSN Preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse
• Current Maryland RN license or eligible for
• Current BLS

Caring for Our Team

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

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.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Basic Life Support

Preferred

Advanced Cardiac Life Sup

Equal Opportunity Employer
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