Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Costa Mesa, 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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(Full Time) Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

  • Chino, CA (24 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chino, CA (24 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Responsible for delivery of quality general and psychiatric nursing care to children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics with emotional or psychiatric disorders; serve actively and constructively as...

Registered Nurse / Behavioral Health, Home Health

  • Corona, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Corona, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 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...

Registered Nurse / Behavioral Health, Home Health PRN

  • Corona, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Corona, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 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...

RN - Psychiatric Acute Part-time Days

  • Mission Viejo, CA (21 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (21 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

RN - Psychiatric Acute *Part-time Days* Mission Viejo, CA Please be advised that our application system will be unavailable on April 25 from 7 p.m. PT until approximately 11 p.m. as we implement...

RN - Psychiatric Acute Part-time Days

  • Laguna Beach, CA (11 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (11 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Providence nurses are not simply valued - they're invaluable. You will thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Compton, CA

  • Compton, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Compton, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago

health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych PET Clinician

  • Huntington Beach, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Huntington Beach Hospital, a member of the Prime Healthcare...

Physician Assistant or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 9 days ago

With the critical need for mental health care and eating disorder treatment, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic, were looking for passionate and qualified professionals who will live out our mission...

LVN LPT Licensed Vocational Nurse Psychiatric Technician For Adult Mental Health Services

  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) has been a pioneer in mental health service, advocacy, innovation, and training for nearly a century, working to ensure...

RN - Behavioral Health

  • La Palma, CA (14 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • La Palma, CA (14 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 27 days ago

Benefits We Offer: Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans Competitive pay rates Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! Travel reimbursement and...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Gero Psych

  • Huntington Beach, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 28 days ago

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

Charge Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health-Per Diem/Nights

  • Norwalk, CA (18 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norwalk, CA (18 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Knowledge of the principles and practices of psychiatric nursing....

Mental Health Nurse Administrator - Residential

  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with eating disorders, mental health, and substance use and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Amen Clinics is a pioneer in mental wellness, dedicated to providing outstanding care and guidance for individuals seeking mental health solutions....

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse

  • La Mirada, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • La Mirada, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse Job Category: Nursing Requisition Number: LICEN019105 Posting Details Posted: March 3, 2025 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing 1 location...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Costa Mesa, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Psychiatric Rns in Costa Mesa, 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%