Assistant Clinical Manager - Brook Lane

Salary Range: $74,692.80 USD to $ USD

BL Main Campus, Brook Lane Main Campus, 13121 Brook Lane, Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

Join our Brook Lane team as an Assistant Clinical Manager and help lead a dedicated team of healthcare professionals focused on delivering exceptional patient care. Our acute psychiatric hospital provides the highest level of care in a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. We serve children, adolescents, and adults in age‑appropriate units, offering individual rooms and 24‑hour nursing support. Patients typically stay 9–11 days, receiving intensive treatment and crisis stabilization from our multi‑disciplinary team.

As an Assistant Clinical Manager, you’ll provide hands‑on clinical leadership, supporting the Clinical Manager in the day‑to‑day operations of the unit. You will ensure high‑quality patient care, support team development, and promote a positive and safe work environment. This role includes leadership during off shifts and in the Clinical Manager’s absence.

• Support daily unit operations and act as a leader on off shifts or when the Clinical Manager is unavailable.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, and other departments to enhance patient care and team performance.
• Manage staff scheduling, payroll, and performance evaluations.
• Assist in quality and safety initiatives and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Foster professional development by mentoring staff and working with Clinical Educators on training needs.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards, clinical guidelines, and organizational policies.

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of acute care nursing experience (5 years preferred). Prior leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Licensure/Certification:
  Current RN license in Maryland, or compact license with multi‑state privilege.
  BLS required; ACLS, PALS, NRP, or other unit‑specific certifications within 6 months.
  Professional certification in specialty area preferred.
• Skills:
  Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  Ability to lead teams, coach for performance, and support accountability.
  Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic medical records.

You’ll be part of a mission‑driven team that values innovation, collaboration, and compassion. We invest in your growth and support your career development in a dynamic healthcare environment.

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.

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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.

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