RN - Clinical Educator - Behavioral Health - Part Time

Job Category
:
Nursing

Requisition Number
: RNCLI
015674

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

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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
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