Psychiatric Rn Jobs in San Diego, CA

A Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) plays an important role in the mental health industry by providing specialized care to patients with mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression among others. They are responsible for assessing and diagnosing the mental condition of a patient, administering medication and treatments, and developing and implementing patient care plans. Their role also involves providing psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and teaching patients' families about their loved ones' condition and how to create a supportive home environment.

Before becoming a Psychiatric RN, individuals often have experience in roles such as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Certified Nursing Assistant. To become a Psychiatric RN, one must complete a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) and pass the NCLEX-RN exam to obtain a Registered Nurse (RN) license. Additional specialized training or certification in psychiatric-mental health nursing is highly recommended. Important skills required for this role include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, resilience, the ability to work under pressure, and a thorough understanding of mental health laws and ethics.

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Registered Nurse / Behavioral Health, Home Health

  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago

An RN with a Bachelor's Degree in psychiatric or mental health nursing must have one year of recent nursing experience, recommended to be within the last 3 years, in an acute treatment unit in a psychiatric...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - The Clinic

  • La Jolla, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population....

Hours : Shift Start Time: 3 PM Shift End Time: 11:30 PM AWS Hours Requirement: 8/80 - 8 Hour Shift Additional Shift Information: Weekend Requirements: Every Other On-Call Required: No Hourly Pay...

Clinical Nursing Supervisor (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Paradise Valley Hospital is the South Bay's oldest hospital, the second oldest hospital in all of San Diego County, and the largest employer in National City. For more than 100 years,...

RN - Psych Acute - San Diego - Full Time - Evenings

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

We invite you to join our team of Registered Nurses in the 36-bed Psychiatric Acute Unit where the RNs are responsible for: Providing direct patient care, observation and management of behavioral health...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards. 4....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Outpatient - Solana Beach, CA

  • Solana Beach, CA (19 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Solana Beach, CA (19 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 9 days ago

But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us....

Clinical Nurse - RN - Psych EmPath - Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center- Nights- FT

  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Hours : Shift Start Time: 7 PM Shift End Time: 7:30 AM AWS Hours Requirement: 12/36 - 12 Hour Shift Additional Shift Information: Weekend Requirements: Every Other On-Call Required: No Hourly Pay...

SGH - RN - Psych Liaison Intake - Per Diem - Night Shift - 10 Hour Shifts

  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago

Hours : Shift Start Time: Variable Shift End Time: Variable AWS Hours Requirement: 10/40 - 10 Hour Shift Additional Shift Information: Weekend Requirements: Every Other On-Call Required: No Hourly...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Outpatient

  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago

But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Poway, CA

  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago

But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • San Diego, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 16 days ago

CRF staff members work together to meet the needs of San Diego County's residents who are experiencing mental/behavioral health challenges....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Job Title: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (California) Becoming a SonderMind psychiatric provider means joining a community of mental health professionals who are committed to making a difference in...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych Emergency Department, San Diego, CA

  • San Diego, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 24 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: The Clinical Nurse II collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members. Responsible for independently applying the nursing process through the assessment, planning,...

SGH - RN - Behavioral Health - Intensive Treatment Program - Per Diem - Night Shift

  • La Mesa, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • La Mesa, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Hours : Shift Start Time: 7 PM Shift End Time: 7:30 AM AWS Hours Requirement: 12/36 - 12 Hour Shift Additional Shift Information: Weekend Requirements: Every Other On-Call Required: No Hourly Pay...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.6%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Psychiatric Rns in San Diego, CA
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%