Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health

Make a meaningful difference on every shift as a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse, delivering compassionate, high-acuity psychiatric care to adults and patients in crisis across inpatient and emergency settings while gaining valuable cross-training and clinical growth.

Why This Role Matters

Direct impact on patients experiencing acute mental health and behavioral crises

Combination of inpatient psychiatric care and emergency psychiatric stabilization

Cross-training across multiple units for skill expansion and variety

Supportive, team-based environment with strong interdisciplinary collaboration

Competitive night-shift pay with part-time flexibility

Unit & Patient Population

Behavioral Health Unit (BHU): 23-bed adult inpatient psychiatric unit

4A Unit: 12-bed adult inpatient psychiatric unit

Emergency Department Psychiatric Pods:

o North Pod (6 beds)

o West Pod (6 beds)

Patient populations include adults, adolescents, and children in acute psychiatric crisis

Conditions treated include depression, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and substance use disorders

Key Responsibilities

Provide safe, age-appropriate, evidence-based nursing care to psychiatric patients

Perform ongoing mental status and safety assessments

Administer medications and monitor patient responses

Collaborate with physicians, behavioral health providers, and social services

Serve as a clinical resource and advocate for patients and families

Float and cross-train across inpatient and emergency psychiatric areas as needed

Required Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or equivalent

RN Diploma with relevant experience accepted

Active Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) license

American Heart Association CPR Certification

Working knowledge of psychiatric nursing theory and practice

Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

Preferred Experience

Behavioral Health or Psychiatric Nursing

Emergency Department or Crisis Stabilization

Acute Care or Critical Care nursing

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Pay Range: $37.15 to $57.58 Based On Experience

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire, plus wellness programs and mental health support

403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications

Generous paid time off, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking

About Northwest Hospital

Northwest Hospital is a full-service community hospital in Baltimore County serving Randallstown, Pikesville, Owings Mills, and beyond. As part of LifeBridge Health - one of the region's most comprehensive healthcare systems - Northwest delivers compassionate, high-quality care close to home, with a mission to improve the health of the communities we serve, and to take care of the people who take care of patients.

About LifeBridge Health

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in Maryland.

Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.