RN - Clinical Educator - Behavioral Health - Part Time

Meritus Health Inc; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Education Assistance & Tuition Reimb.

FSA and HSA

Shift Differential Pay

Job summary

Meritus Health is seeking a part-time RN - Clinical Educator for the Behavioral Health Unit at Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown, MD. The role focuses on designing and delivering orientation and ongoing education for direct care providers, with a strong emphasis on safety and evidence-based psychiatric nursing practices.

The ideal candidate is an experienced RN with five+ years in acute care, including behavioral health, and holds a Maryland RN license.

Qualifications

• RN with current MD license or eligibility in Maryland.
• Five years of acute care experience, with behavioral health/psychiatric experience preferred.
• BSN is required; MSN preferred within five years of start date.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver orientation and ongoing education for Behavioral Health staff.
• Assess learning needs and evaluate educational programs for competency.
• Promote evidence-based behavioral health nursing practices and standards.
• Mentor staff and collaborate with nursing leadership on education needs.
• Ensure ethical nursing practice per Nurse Practice Act and ANA Code.

Skills

Analytical skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration with clinical teams

Education

BSN

MSN within 5 years

MSN in Nursing Education (preferred)

Job description

RN - Clinical Educator - Behavioral Health - Part Time

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: RNCLI015674

• Posted : October 13, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site
• Hourly Range : $39.52 USD to $59.28 USD

Locations

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Meritus Medical Center
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

• Pay or shift range: $39.52 USD to $59.28 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 - 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.

Master's 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.

Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to collaborate with clinical teams and support staff with varying learning needs.

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.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Basic Life Support

Equal Opportunity Employer
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