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Nurse - RN Bilingual
CRF Behavioral Healthcare
Chula Vista, California
$48.08–$50.48/hr
About $100k–$105k/yr
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Posted Aug 11, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 12, 2026
What this might mean for you
The posted pay pencils out to roughly $100k–$105k a year. It's a day shift — the full-speed version of the unit, with every specialist in the building.
What the posting states
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About this role
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Hours: 40 hours per week. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm or 9:00 am - 5:30 pm and Thursday, 10:30 am - 7:00 pm.
As a Nurse - RN, you will:
Assist multidisciplinary team with crisis intervention, psychiatric medical assessments, case management, and medication support services.
Monitor clients’ response to medications and reports any concerns to medical staff.
Ensure that clients and family members are educated and informed about their medications and illness management.
Monitor health care needs of the clients and obtains assistance from other health care providers as necessary.
Ensure all medications are managed and stored appropriately as defined by local and state regulations.
Benefits:
19 days of PTO per year; 12 paid holidays per year
Free CEUs and training
Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt and access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Choice of medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses and excellent coverage
Several dental plan options; vision benefits
Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
Generous retirement plan contributions
Employee Assistance Plan
Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans
Opportunities for advancement and growth
Bring your nursing skills and dedication to helping others to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve!
CRF Behavioral Health Nurses are client-centered, compassionate, dedicated team members who make a difference in the lives of the people they serve. They embrace the opportunity to work side-by-side with their clients, helping to make lasting changes that will improve quality of life, health, and wellness. Our CRF nurses are committed to providing excellence in psychiatric nursing care.
Our Adult Outpatient Programs (Areta Crowell Wellness Recovery Center, Douglas Young Wellness Recovery Center, Heartland Wellness Recovery Center, Jane Westin Center, Maria Sardinas Wellness Recovery Center, and South Bay Guidance Center) provide behavioral health services including psychiatric and clinical assessment, treatment planning, ongoing medication services, individual and group counseling, case management, crisis intervention, mobile outreach, vocational support, and peer support. We deliver fully integrated services to adult clients diagnosed with a serious mental illness, as well as individuals with co-occurring, mental health, and substance use disorders.
All of our outpatient programs also provide full-time walk-in services. Our programs utilize evidence-based practices to assist our clients in reaching their goals and to live the highest
If you need assistance completing the application, please send an email to CRFCareers@comresearch.org
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Licensure:
Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license required and must be kept current and in good standing during employment
Certification:
BLS certification required and must be kept current during employment
Credentialing: If you are applying to this position as a Licensed, Registered, Waivered, or Certified professional and are offered the position, you will be required to complete the credentialing process.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Experience working with a behavioral health population, especially with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders is strongly preferred
Ability to assist in emergency situations, physically and mentally, is required
CRF AOP programs may be housed in a two-story building that does not have an elevator. Ability to navigate stairs is required.
A valid California driver’s license in good standing, proof of insurance, and personal vehicle are required to fulfill the essential functions of this position.
Proficient computer skills, including the ability to document concurrently and/or collaboratively.
Ability to pass criminal/background clearance
Under the direction of the Nurse Coordinator and Program Management delivers behavioral health nursing care. Ensures health care needs of clients are addressed using the nursing process and according to CRF Policies and Procedures. Assists clients in accessing community medical and psychiatric resources to achieve optimal level of health and functioning in the community.
Skills for this role
Case Management
Certifications
BLS
Requirements
- Bilingual
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals
- Mental health stabilization
- Case assessment
- Psychiatry
- RN License
- BLS Certification
- Paid holidays
About the employer
CRF Behavioral Healthcare
Hiring organization
CRF Behavioral Healthcare (formerly Community Research Foundation) is a San Diego-based not-for-profit corporation that treats, educates, and rehabilitates individuals with mental health challenges. The organization operates 35 programs and serves 70 schools throughout San Diego County, providing care to more…
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What reviewers appreciate
- Free clinical supervision counting toward licensure hours at most programs
- License renewal costs covered when required for role
- Up to 31 paid days off per year (19 PTO days plus 12 paid holidays) for full-time employees
What reviewers flag
- Work-life balance rated only 2.6 out of 5 on Indeed reviews
- Pay and benefits rated below average at 2.8 out of 5 on Indeed reviews
- Some nursing positions require evening shifts (e.g., 3:30 pm - 12:00 am)
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