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RN - Brook Lane - Inpatient - Full Time - Dayshift

Meritus Health · Hagerstown, Maryland, US

RN - Brook Lane Inpatient - 7am-730pm Full Time - 72 hrs. Biweekly Additional $1. 00/hr for Premium Differential/ Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus!

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RN - Brook Lane Inpatient - 7am-730pm Full Time - 72 hrs. Biweekly Additional $1.00/hr for Premium Differential/ Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus! As an Inpatient Behavioral Health Nurse, you play a vital role in providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. You will work in a fast-paced, structured environment within a mental health hospital, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support patients through stabilization and recovery. This role requires strong clinical skills, emotional resilience, and a commitment to patient advocacy. What to Expect in This Role Daily Responsibilities: - Provide direct nursing care, including medication administration, monitoring for side effects, and assessing changes in patient behavior. - Conduct patient assessments to evaluate mental, emotional, and physical health needs. - Work closely with psychiatrists, social workers, and therapists to develop and implement individualized treatment plans. - Support de-escalation efforts, utilizing therapeutic communication and crisis intervention techniques. - Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, coping strategies, and dis...