Psychiatric Rn Jobs in California

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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Vista Hill

Registered Nurse

Work collaboratively in providing timely communication with providers across the systems of care to ensure children and youth receive quick access to mental health treatment for ongoing stability, and...

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Fresno, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 1 day ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Registered Nurse / Behavioral Health, Home Health PRN

  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 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

  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ 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...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Los Angeles,CA

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 hours ago

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

Psychiatric RN $3,200/week

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 17 hours ago

addition tothe assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and substance usedisorders....

Part-Time Registered Nurse (RN) - PM Shift

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Responsibilities Heritage Oaks Hospital is part of the UHS Family of Providers which has been highly regarded as an integral part of the greater Sacramento and Northern California mental health system...

Part-Time Registered Nurse (RN) - AM Shift

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Responsibilities Heritage Oaks Hospital is part of the UHS Family of Providers which has been highly regarded as an integral part of the greater Sacramento and Northern California mental health system...

Travel Psychiatric Nurse Manager - $3,360 per week

  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 1 day ago

Access Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric Manager for a travel nursing job in Greenbrae, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline: RN Start...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric Unit (Adult)

  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 1 day ago

$2,721.60 - $3,024.00 Weekly *Rate is comprised of taxable hourly rate, specifically including if applicable, nontaxable (housing and M&IE) stipends converted to an hourly rate based on a 36-hour...

RN Psych/Behavioral Health

  • Kentfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kentfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

GetMed Staffing is searching for a strong Psych/Behavioral Health RN to assist our traveler-friendly client. A minimum of 1-2 years of experience is required. Traveling with GetMed Staffing offers...

Travel Psych Registered Nurse (RN)

  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 1 day ago

The Gifted Healthcare Experience Gifted Healthcare is an award-winning travel nursing agency that offers nursing contracts at premier healthcare facilities across the United States. Gifted...

Travel Registered Nurse RN Psychiatric

  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 1 day ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Assistant Nurse Manager - Behavioral Health - Registered Nurse

  • Kentfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kentfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced nurse for this exciting travel nursing assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel nursing experience by enabling nurses to apply directly to jobs without the...

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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
This study guide contains all topics related to Psychiatric, Behavioral, and Mental Health. Educate Simplify's core product is Continuing Education for Medical and Non-Medical Professionals. Our...
Medicating for Mental Health: Judicious Use of Psychiatric Drugs
Psychiatric medications are widely prescribed to treat psychological disorders. Learn how to effectively use these drugs to improve their ability to help. It is highly likely that you, a member of...
General Psychiatric Management for BPD
This is HMS CME Online course with faculty from McLean Hospital is targeted to Primary Care and Specialty Physicians, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Psychologists,...

Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in California

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 California 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 California
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%