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Registered Nurse - RN Psych ICU

Vallejo, CA · On-site

$66.45 - $67.30/hr

Registered Nurse - RN * Duration: 13 weeks * Shift Details: Day shift 7am to 3:30pm; 5 x 8s, no set ... Require 1 year of psych experience. * Shift Type: 1st 8h * Location: Vallejo, CA * Unit:

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Registered Nurse - RN Psych ICU

Vallejo, CA · On-site

$66.45 - $67.30/hr

Registered Nurse - RN * Duration: 13 weeks * Shift Details: Evening Shift 3pm to 11:30pm; 5 x 8s ... Require 1 year of psych experience. * Shift Type: 2nd 8h * Location: Vallejo, CA * Unit:

Wellpath

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN)

Eureka, CA

$67.50 - $75/hr

Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS certification through AHA Additional Details This position will cover vacations and time off for our current Psych RN. We are an Equal Employment ...

Wellpath

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN)

Eureka, CA

$67.50 - $75/hr

Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS certification through AHA Additional Details This position will cover vacations and time off for our current Psych RN. We are an Equal Employment ...

WDP Healthcare

Registered Nurse

Camarillo, CA · On-site

Registered Nurses needed! FT, PT, PRN, TRAVEL and LOCAL CONTRACTS. Top Pay and Bonuses. Variety of work assignment and top travel destinations. All specialties needed including: Psych, Corrections ...

WDP Healthcare

Registered Nurse

Sacramento, CA

Registered Nurses needed! FT, PT, PRN, TRAVEL and LOCAL CONTRACTS. Top Pay and Bonuses. Variety of work assignment and top travel destinations. All specialties needed including: Psych, Corrections ...

WDP Healthcare

Registered Nurse

Arroyo Grande, CA

Registered Nurses needed! FT, PT, PRN, TRAVEL and LOCAL CONTRACTS. Top Pay and Bonuses. Variety of work assignment and top travel destinations. All specialties needed including: Psych, Corrections ...

WDP Healthcare

Registered Nurse

Redwood City, CA · On-site

Registered Nurses needed! FT, PT, PRN, TRAVEL and LOCAL CONTRACTS. Top Pay and Bonuses. Variety of work assignment and top travel destinations. All specialties needed including: Psych, Corrections ...

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How much do contract psych rn jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 4, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract psych rn in California is $2,028.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,707.69 and $2,344.23 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a typical work environment and team structure like for a Contract Psych RN?

Contract Psych RNs most often work in inpatient psychiatric units, behavioral health facilities, or mental health hospitals, frequently joining teams for a set contract period. The team typically consists of psychiatrists, social workers, therapists, mental health technicians, and other nurses, all collaborating closely to create and implement individualized treatment plans for patients. You can expect a fast-paced environment, diverse patient populations, and frequent interactions with patients experiencing a wide range of mental health challenges. Adaptability and quick integration into existing teams are key, as you may rotate shifts and be assigned to various units depending on organizational needs.

What is a Contract Psych RN job?

A Contract Psych RN is a registered nurse who works on a temporary basis in psychiatric or mental health settings. They provide patient care, administer medications, monitor mental health conditions, and collaborate with a healthcare team. These roles are typically short-term and can be in hospitals, psychiatric facilities, or residential treatment centers. Contract Psych RNs often work through staffing agencies and may have flexible assignments in different locations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Contract Psych Rn position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Psych RN, you need an active RN license, experience in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing, and strong assessment skills. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), restraint protocols, and crisis intervention certifications such as CPI or PMAB is often required. Compassion, resilience, and excellent communication help build trust with patients and coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies are crucial for delivering safe, high-quality mental health care in challenging and dynamic environments.

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Inpatient Psych Registered Nurse - NOC SHIFT 7P- 7:30A

Inpatient Psych Registered Nurse - NOC SHIFT 7P- 7:30A

Vista del Mar Hospital

Ventura, CA • On-site

$47 - $55/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Summary

Monitor the unit for patient and staff safety. To deliver quality general/psychiatric nursing care to patients who are hospitalized for treatment of psychiatric or emotional disorders; to support the hospital and program philosophy of care; to ensure the safety, well-being and appropriate care of each patient.

COVID VACCINATION REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION.

Pay:

Approximate: $47.00 - 55.00

Job Requirements

ADN

Minimum Work Experience

Possesses current RN licensure in state of practice; demonstrates sound leadership skills and utilizes these skills in organizing the activities and schedules for medical and/or non-medical tasks of the Adolescent and Adult for a given shift; record of consistently high quality of clinical and interpersonal skills to be an exemplary role model to others; displays basic knowledge of treatment procedures; interventions common to acute psychotic as well as non-violent crises intervention practice; basic knowledge of abnormal psychology as typically found in the adolescent psychiatric population, application of this knowledge to adolescent or adult knowledge of medical terminology, especially those terms associated with adolescent or adult psychiatric care; thorough familiarity of psycho-pharmacy and the use of psychotropic medications with adolescent or adult psychiatric population, basic teaching and training skills helpful; problem-solving; organizational and time management; crisis intervention skills; written and oral communication skills; skills in facilitating and/or co-facilitating process-oriented and didactic groups.

Required License

Current CA - RN, CPR, CPI (or to be obtained within 30 days upon hire)

Job Type: Full-time

Required Licenses

Current CA - RN license, CPR, CPI (or obtained within 30 days upon hire)

Requirements

California - RN

Benefits

At Vista del Mar Hospital, you will find yourself in a position with great growth potential. We make it a priority to provide advancement opportunities and ongoing education for our entire team, in both clinical and non-clinical roles. This helps us ensure ongoing patient safety and quality care across our facility.

Each of our professionals is compassionate and committed to the goal of excellence in the mental health care industry. Because we bring on the most reputable and experienced healthcare professionals to fill our open behavioral health jobs, our goal is to keep them long-term. This is better for patients and our own staff, as it allows everyone to feel more comfortable in their environment.

Although a mental health career with Vista del Mar can be extremely rewarding in its own right, we understand the importance of employee benefits. Vista del Mar offers the following:

  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401K Retirement Plan
  • Healthcare Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Spending Account
  • PTO Plan with Holiday Premium Pay
  • Discounted Cafeteria Meal Plan
  • Life Insurance (Supplemental Life, Term and Universal plans are also available.)
  • Short and Long-Term Disability (with additional buy-in opportunities)

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