County of San Diego
Overview
The County of San Diego is currently hiring qualified candidates for the position of
PSYCHIATRIC NURSE
( San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital and Behavioral Health Centers ). Current vacancies are for
San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital and
Behavioral Health Centers. San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital is located at 3853 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA 92110, however the eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in other HHSA departments.
Psychiatric Nurses participate in providing exceptional behavioral health care through demonstrating compassion, empathy and perseverance for our patients and their entrusting families. This is a unique environment for learning and implementing a diverse set of nursing skills. The hospital is a locked facility and a component of the San Diego County Behavioral Health Services’ continuum of care.
Shifts Psychiatric Nurses at the Psychiatric Hospital are assigned to one of two shifts:
Morning (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
or
Night (7 p.m. to 7 a.m.) .
Behavioral Health Centers The County Operated Outpatient Behavioral Health Centers are recruiting compassionate and client-focused Psychiatric Nurses to join our team. The position offers day hours (no nights, weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities) in a hands-off/non-restraint environment and opportunities to collaborate with community partners and develop long-term relationships with clients.
San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital The San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital (SDCPH) is a publicly funded, free-standing psychiatric hospital. It is a locked facility and a component of the San Diego County Behavioral Health Services’ continuum of care. The mission is to provide psychiatric evaluation and crisis intervention-oriented acute treatment for adult residents of San Diego County. The goal is to help stabilize patients’ behavioral health crisis, and move to a less restrictive level of care. For more information about SDCPH, click here.
Minimum Qualifications Possession of a valid and current Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing at time of appointment.
Note:
Must have applied for a Registered Nurse License from the California Board Registered Nursing at time of application.
Notes
Experience in a psychiatric, detox, or emergency setting is highly desirable.
Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider CPR certification is required prior to the time of appointment.
Valid Professional Assault Crisis and Restraint Certification Training certification is highly desirable. New incumbents must complete this training during orientation and prior to working with patients.
A valid National Provider Identification Number (NPI) is required at time of appointment.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
Interviews and Hiring Process
Job Offer and Background Process: Day of interview.
Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
Condition of Employment
As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation Process Qualified applicants will be placed on a
three (3) month
eligible list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained on their employment application and supplemental questionnaire. If successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information provided is accurate and qualifying.
Disclaimers and Additional Information Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County supports veterans; click the Veteran’s Preference Policy and Military Skills Translator links for more information. The County embraces a vision of a just, sustainable, and resilient future and maintains a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Disaster service workers may be required to participate in disaster-related activities as assigned by their employer or by law.
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PSYCHIATRIC NURSE
( San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital and Behavioral Health Centers ). Current vacancies are for
San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital and
Behavioral Health Centers. San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital is located at 3853 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA 92110, however the eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in other HHSA departments.
Psychiatric Nurses participate in providing exceptional behavioral health care through demonstrating compassion, empathy and perseverance for our patients and their entrusting families. This is a unique environment for learning and implementing a diverse set of nursing skills. The hospital is a locked facility and a component of the San Diego County Behavioral Health Services’ continuum of care.
Shifts Psychiatric Nurses at the Psychiatric Hospital are assigned to one of two shifts:
Morning (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
or
Night (7 p.m. to 7 a.m.) .
Behavioral Health Centers The County Operated Outpatient Behavioral Health Centers are recruiting compassionate and client-focused Psychiatric Nurses to join our team. The position offers day hours (no nights, weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities) in a hands-off/non-restraint environment and opportunities to collaborate with community partners and develop long-term relationships with clients.
San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital The San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital (SDCPH) is a publicly funded, free-standing psychiatric hospital. It is a locked facility and a component of the San Diego County Behavioral Health Services’ continuum of care. The mission is to provide psychiatric evaluation and crisis intervention-oriented acute treatment for adult residents of San Diego County. The goal is to help stabilize patients’ behavioral health crisis, and move to a less restrictive level of care. For more information about SDCPH, click here.
Minimum Qualifications Possession of a valid and current Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing at time of appointment.
Note:
Must have applied for a Registered Nurse License from the California Board Registered Nursing at time of application.
Notes
Experience in a psychiatric, detox, or emergency setting is highly desirable.
Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider CPR certification is required prior to the time of appointment.
Valid Professional Assault Crisis and Restraint Certification Training certification is highly desirable. New incumbents must complete this training during orientation and prior to working with patients.
A valid National Provider Identification Number (NPI) is required at time of appointment.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
Interviews and Hiring Process
Job Offer and Background Process: Day of interview.
Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
Condition of Employment
As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation Process Qualified applicants will be placed on a
three (3) month
eligible list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained on their employment application and supplemental questionnaire. If successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information provided is accurate and qualifying.
Disclaimers and Additional Information Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County supports veterans; click the Veteran’s Preference Policy and Military Skills Translator links for more information. The County embraces a vision of a just, sustainable, and resilient future and maintains a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Disaster service workers may be required to participate in disaster-related activities as assigned by their employer or by law.
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