Psychiatric Rn Jobs in East Palo Alto, 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 (On Call) - Sage House 105

  • Redwood City, CA (6 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Redwood City, CA (6 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems....

Registered Nurse - Mental Health 609

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

AOT/CC serves individuals who are high utilizers of mental health services and are considered to be high risk for psychiatric hospitalization, and/or have been incarcerated....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - The Clinic

  • Palo Alto, CA (1 mile from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (1 mile from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day 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....

Licensed Psychiatric NP

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago

At this time, Headway can't support mental health professionals that aren't fully licensed....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Burlingame, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 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

  • San Mateo, CA (13 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (13 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse job in San Mateo, California paying $2,368.00 to $2,598.00 weekly....

Registered Nurse - SNF Mental Health 116

  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems....

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 22 days ago

At this time, Headway can't support mental health professionals that aren't fully licensed....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Burlingame, CA

  • Burlingame, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, 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 Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Pgm/Dept: Supported Independent Living / Outpatient Case Management Reports to: Program Director Classification: Regular, Part-Time, FLSA Non-Exempt...

RN - Mental Health 616

  • San Leandro, CA (17 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (17 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ 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...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Burlingame, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Apply Description Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Bring your psychiatry skills to the nation's leading innovative evidence-based Outpatient Psychiatry practice in the country!...

Clinical Nurse II - Psych Nurse, Per Diem, Varied shift, 8hours

  • San Leandro, CA (17 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (17 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Summary SUMMARY: Under general supervision, provides nursing care to patients, including medications and treatment. Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care and performs related duties as...

Clinical Nurse II, Psych Nurse, Part Time, Benefited, Days, 8hours, 0.50fte

  • San Leandro, CA (17 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (17 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Summary SUMMARY: Under general supervision, provides nursing care to patients, including medications and treatment. Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care and performs related duties as...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in East Palo Alto, 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 East Palo Alto, 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 East Palo Alto, 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%