County of San Diego
Hiring organization · Based in San Diego, CA
On the floor
What the day-to-day looks like
Benefits
Indeed reviewers rated pay and benefits at 3.8 out of 5 stars, suggesting a moderately positive benefits experience.
The city
Living in San Diego, CA
The 2024 Census estimate of median gross rent in San Diego was $2,313 per month. Compare neighborhoods with the confirmed hospital or clinic location and the start and end times of your shift.
Browse roles in San Diego- Metro price level · San Diego area
- 12% above the national average
- BEA index 111.9 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $2,313/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $108,077/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Who they are
The County of San Diego is a government employer that hires nursing professionals across multiple public health and behavioral health settings.
More about County of San Diego
Current nursing vacancies include positions at the San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital, located at 3853 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA 92110. The County employs nurses in various roles including Psychiatric Nurses, Public Health Nurses, Registered Mental Health Nurses, and Registered Nurses. The organization emphasizes a culture of collaboration, communication, and a team approach to quality patient care, describing a unique environment for learning and implementing a diverse set of nursing skills. Psychiatric Nurses at the County are hired at step 5 with a base pay of $130,020.80, reflecting the employer's stated commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. The County seeks engaged, lifelong learners who demonstrate compassion, empathy, and perseverance for patients and their families.
Vision: A County that is safe, healthy and thriving. Mission: To efficiently provide public services that build strong and sustainable communities. Core Values include Integrity, Equity, Access, Belonging, Excellence, Sustainability, Stewardship, and Commitment. The County is dedicated to the highest ethical standards, responsible stewardship of public resources, and excellence in all endeavors. The organization embraces a diverse workforce and inclusive culture, fosters civility, and maintains a Code of Ethics anchored in its values with Standards of Conduct and General Principles.
Working here
Culture and working life
What to consider
Indeed reviews for nurses at the County of San Diego show an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 628 reviews. Detailed sub-ratings include Work-life balance at 3.8/5, Pay and benefits at 3.8/5, Job security and advancement at 3.8/5, Management at 3.6/5, and Culture at 3.7/5. Reviewers highlighted a feeling of personal appreciation, a clear sense of purpose, and the ability to learn new things as positive aspects. Management received the lowest sub-rating at 3.6/5, suggesting some areas for improvement in leadership.
The good
- Strong sense of public service purpose and mission-driven work
- Psychiatric Nurses hired at top step with base pay of $130,020.80
- Diverse nursing skill development opportunities across multiple settings
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
- Collaborative team-based culture with emphasis on communication
- Feeling of personal appreciation noted by employee reviewers
The hard parts
- Management rated lowest among sub-categories at 3.6 out of 5 on Indeed
- Work-life balance not rated at top level despite government employment (3.8/5)
- Bureaucracy inherent in large government employer structure
- Culture rating of 3.7/5 suggests room for improvement in workplace environment
The reality check
Before you decide
Quick facts
- Roles last seen active
- Jul 17, 2026
- Website
- sandiegocounty.gov ↗
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