Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Carson, 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 (RN) - Psych Acute

  • Garden Grove, CA (19 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (19 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Working knowledge of the continuum of care for behavioral health care....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Culver City, CA (14 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Culver City, CA (14 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 1 day 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 (California)

  • Santa Ana, CA (23 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (23 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 1 day ago

With SonderMind, you can practice psychiatry the way you've always envisioned while providing high-quality, evidence-based care for improved outcomes with ease....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - The Clinic

  • Compton, CA (3 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Compton, CA (3 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The Clinic of California, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team in Beverly Hills, CA....

Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 3 days ago

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING: Minimum of five (5) years of experience as an RN in a behavioral health setting....

MHALA also provides training programs for individuals joining the behavioral health workforce and for the larger community around mental health issues....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - The Clinic

  • Beverly Hills, CA (18 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (18 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The Clinic of California, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team in Beverly Hills, CA....

Mental Health Nurse - LVN/LPT

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Placentia, CA

  • Placentia, CA (23 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Placentia, CA (23 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 15 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....

Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse - $1,854 per week

  • Buena Park, CA (14 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA (14 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Genie Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in La Palma, California....

LVN / LPT - Team Nurse - Mental Health 354

  • Norwalk, CA (11 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Norwalk, CA (11 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 19 days ago

health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 22 days ago

As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering compassionate, individualized mental health care to seniors in the comfort of their homes, assisted living facilities,...

Travel Nurse RN Psych (796200)

  • La Palma, CA (12 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • La Palma, CA (12 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Travel Nurse RN - Psych Location: La Palma, CA, United States Start date: 06-29-2025 Assignment length: 12 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous travel experience is not required...

Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Psychiatric Technician-Mental Health Nurse Temporary

  • Orange, CA (23 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Orange, CA (23 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you...

Utilization Review Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health Unit/FT/Days

  • Norwalk, CA (11 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Norwalk, CA (11 miles from Carson, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Utilization Review Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health Unit/FT/Days Job Summary: This Utilization Review (UR) Registered Nurse (RN) position supports the Mission of Pipeline Health through the provision...

Demographic Data for Carson, CA

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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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Medicating for Mental Health: Judicious Use of Psychiatric Drugs
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General Psychiatric Management for BPD
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Carson, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Carson, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
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 Carson, 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%