Psychiatric Rn Jobs in West Covina, 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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Mental Health Nurse

  • Tustin, CA (23 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tustin, CA (23 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago

health nursing process, individual/family dynamics in health and during illness Minimum of six months in mental health nursing, including individual and group therapy Civilian mental health nursing...

(Full Time) Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

  • Chino, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chino, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (20 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (20 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 2 days ago

General Role Description: As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population...

Charge Nurse mental health

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (20 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (20 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Liberty Healthcare operates a comprehensive mental health program onsite at the West Valley Detention Center in Rancho Cucamonga, CA....

Psychiatric RN - WATTS MOB - Mental Health/Psychiatry - FT (40) - M-F - 8:00 PM - 5:00 PM

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Responsible for the delivery of psychiatric nursing care/services to members being treated in the behavioral health service departments....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Compton, CA

  • Compton, CA (21 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Compton, CA (21 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner #760125

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 10 days ago

health care or HIV specialty mental health care with dual-diagnosis. • Bilingual skills, a plus (English/Spanish fluency preferred). • Ability to develop and maintain patient records. • Basic computer...

Physician Assistant or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Irvine, CA (24 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (24 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 11 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...

RN Psychiatry Acute Adult

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 12 days ago

+ Current AHA BLS required + Current certification in psychiatric nursing or alcohol and drug abuse counseling and Management of Assaultive Behavior training preferred This position is represented...

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

  • Long Beach, CA (24 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (24 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 16 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...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient

  • Long Beach, CA (24 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (24 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 23 days ago

other evidence-based therapies that help patients reach their mental health goals and gain a new sense of hope for a brighter future....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Claremont, CA (13 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Claremont, CA (13 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 24 days ago

California State License for RN and NP Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in California....

RN - Behavioral Health

  • La Palma, CA (16 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • La Palma, CA (16 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 28 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...

Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric ) - Los Angeles, CA

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Charge Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health-Per Diem/Nights

  • Norwalk, CA (13 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norwalk, CA (13 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in West Covina, 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 West Covina, 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 West Covina, 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%