Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health
Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Salisbury, MD
3x12 hrs, Nights
$33-53/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
Pay
Qualifications
Description
PAY: $33.00 – $52.80/hour (commensurate with experience)
SIGN-ON BONUS: Up to $20,000
REGISTERED NURSE – BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (NIGHTS)
Location: TidalHealth
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Shift: 12-Hour Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM | Rotating Weekends
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Behavioral Health Registered Nurse provides high-quality psychiatric nursing care to adult patients in an acute behavioral health setting. This role emphasizes patient advocacy, therapeutic engagement, medication education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Nurses in this unit actively participate in structured group therapies and play a critical role in patient stabilization, education, and discharge planning.
SHIFT DETAILS
- Full-time, 12-hour night shifts
- 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
- Rotating weekends required
- Scheduled off at least three holidays per year
- Occasional overtime based on unit needs
COMPENSATION & INCENTIVES
- Competitive hourly pay: $33.00 – $52.80/hour
- Sign-on bonus up to $20,000 (based on experience and eligibility)
- Comprehensive benefits package
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide direct psychiatric nursing care to adult behavioral health patients
- Facilitate and support therapeutic group activities, including:
- Symptom management
- Medication education
- Anger and stress management
- Relaxation techniques
- Stress management and healthy lifestyle education
- Discharge planning
- Act as a patient advocate while delivering compassionate, evidence-based care
- Administer and manage medications safely and accurately
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans and self-care needs
- Utilize clinical equipment and technology competently
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
Common Diagnoses Include:
Depressive Disorders, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and Anxiety Disorders
REQUIREMENTS
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Must hold licensure in state of permanent residency
- American Heart Association BLS certification required
WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY
- Named among the Top 5% of U.S. hospitals by Healthgrades
- 5-Star Hospital rating from CMS
- Wide range of specialty and subspecialty services including emergency/trauma care, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, joint replacement, comprehensive cancer care, wound care, and clinical research
- Strong investment in employee growth through tuition assistance and scholarship programs
BENEFITS
Eligible employees may receive:
- Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Disability and life insurance
- Paid time off and retirement plans
- Tuition assistance and employee assistance programs
- Access to on-site childcare and a credit union
WORK LOCATION
- On-site, hospital-based role
- Located approximately 30 minutes from the beach, offering strong work-life balance
Employer
Medical Solutions Direct Hire
About Salisbury, MD
- The cost of living in Salisbury, MD is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high temperature in summer is around 85°F, while the average low in winter is around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Salisbury, MD and can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.
- Salisbury, MD is relatively car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Salisbury, MD has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to seasonal changes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Salisbury, MD offers a variety of restaurants serving local and international cuisine.
- There are opportunities to explore art and music through local galleries and venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby parks and waterways.