Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Chula Vista, 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 PRN

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

Hourly during orientation & Pay Per Visit when seeing patients Coverage Area: San Diego Shift: Per Diem Offer Based on Years of Experience Find Your Passion and Purpose as an RN Psych. Reimagine...

Registered Nurse / Behavioral Health, Home Health

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

Hourly during training & Pay Per Visit when seeing patients Coverage Area: San Diego Shift: Full Time On Call: M-F 4pm-8am next day, Once every 7 to 8 weeks Offer Based on Years of Experience Find...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - The Clinic

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

Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

  • National City, CA (1 mile from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • National City, CA (1 mile from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The RN collaborates with psychiatry and therapy providers to triage and respond to behavioral health needs for new and established patients....

SMV - Intake - Psych RN - Per Diem - Variable Shift

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

Hours : Shift Start Time: Variable Shift End Time: Variable AWS Hours Requirement: 12/36 - 12 Hour Shift Additional Shift Information: 0700-1930 or 1100-2330 or 1500-0330 or 1900-0730 Weekend...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 5 days ago

Summary The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) II Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) practices in Mental Health (MH) to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality, timeliness,...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych

  • National City, CA (1 mile from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • National City, CA (1 mile from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - The Clinic

  • La Jolla, CA (18 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (18 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 9 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 La Jolla, CA....

SGH - RN-Behavioral Health - ITP Full-Time (0.9) Night Shift

  • La Mesa, CA (9 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • La Mesa, CA (9 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 11 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...

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

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

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

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Hybrid

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

Nursing Board Certification via ANCC or AANP Valid state licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (based on clinic location) Active DEA in the state your prescribing (based on clinic...

Remote Work

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Part-time)

  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 22 days ago

Nursing Board Certification via ANCC or AANP Valid state licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (based on clinic location) Active DEA in the state your prescribing (based on clinic...

Remote Work

Clinical Nursing Supervisor (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 24 days ago

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

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Outpatient .

  • Poway, CA (24 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Poway, CA (24 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 30+ 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 (24 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Poway, CA (24 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 30+ 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....

Demographic Data for Chula Vista, CA

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Chula Vista, CA

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


Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Chula Vista, 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 Chula Vista, 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%