Assistant Clinical Manager - Brook Lane

**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.** #### **About the Role:** 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. #### **What You 'll Do:** * 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. #### **What We 're Looking For:** * **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. #### **Why Join Us?** 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. **Caring for Our Team** 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**. **Happy to Help** 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.