Registered Nurse RN
Mental Health Systems
San Jose, California
$54/hr
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Posted Aug 4, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 5, 2026
What the posting states
- Base pay
- $54/hr
- Weekends, holidays, call
- Shift coverage including part of the on-call team.
About this role
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Skills for this role
Requirements
- Licensed Registered Nurse in California
- Valid CA driver's license
- Current auto insurance per contract requirements
- for direct client services. In collaboration with the treatment team, participates in the organization and management of medication coaching and delivery to clients, as well as integrating medication administration into treatment plans. Responds appropriately to medical emergencies. Dispense and account for prescribed medication, assist psychiatrist in administering and evaluating prescribed medication and arrange lab work according to protocol. Oversee nursing policies, procedures, audits and liaison with program psychiatrist. Shift coverage including part of the on-call team. Provide field-based services as required by program and client need. Maintain confidentiality of client’s care. Participate in scheduled program meetings. Other relevant duties as assigned. Maintains program integrity. Transport clients in program or personal vehicle, as required. Provide services to Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) clients enrolled in the SUD Program.
About the employer
Mental Health Systems is a behavioral health organization based in Escondido, CA. The available job description references an organization called TURN, which appears to be affiliated with or a division of Mental Health Systems, with a mission of 'Improving Lives.'…
What reviewers appreciate
- Purpose-driven work environment focused on improving lives
- Client-centered care model emphasizing dignity and individualized treatment
- Diverse nursing responsibilities offering varied clinical experience in behavioral health
What reviewers flag
- Part-time RN role may offer limited hours and income stability
- Minimum billable requirements for direct client services create productivity pressure
- Contractual documentation obligations may add significant administrative burden
Living in San Jose, CA
San Jose sits at the southern tip of the San Francisco Bay, blending suburban calm with urban energy. Nurses relocating here find themselves surrounded by rolling foothills, diverse neighborhoods like Willow Glen and Japantown, and easy access to coastal getaways. The valley's Mediterranean climate and sprawling tech-driven culture create a distinct, fast-paced yet sun-drenched Northern California lifestyle.
- Metro price level · San Jose area
- 110.4
- 10% above the national average
- Median gross rent
- $2,669/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
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- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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