Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Santa Paula, CA 93060
Clinic Based: Santa Paula / Potential coverage in Fillmore, CA
Field: Behavioral Health / Substance Use Disorder Services
Dress Code: Scrubs
Bilingual: Fluent Spanish Strongly Preferred but not required 

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable RN, or Psychiatric Technician to join a behavioral health team in Santa Paula, CA.

This is a great opportunity for a healthcare professional who is comfortable working with patients in a behavioral health setting. Experience in behavioral health, mental health, or substance use disorder (SUD) services is preferred but not required.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable administering injections, supporting psychiatric appointments, communicating with treatment teams, and providing compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient vital signs.
• Prepare patients for psychiatric appointments and provide follow-up support.
• Administer long-acting injectable medications, including Invega and Vivitrol, as appropriate to licensure and training.
• Support medication management and process refill requests.
• Provide support to psychiatrists, clinicians, and other members of the treatment team.
• Assist with patient care coordination and follow-up.
• Monitor and communicate patient needs to the appropriate clinical team members.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals receiving behavioral health and SUD services.

Qualifications

Required

• Valid, active California RN or Psychiatric Technician license/certification.
• Comfortable working in a behavioral health environment.
• Comfortable administering injections.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work onsite Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Preferred

• Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred.
• Previous experience in behavioral health or mental health.
• Experience working with patients receiving substance use disorder (SUD) or Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) services.
• Experience administering long-acting injectable medications.

Behavioral health experience is preferred but not required. Candidates who are comfortable working with behavioral health populations and eager to learn are encouraged to apply.

Schedule & Location

Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Occasional coverage in Fillmore, CA may be required based on clinic needs.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.