Registered Nurse

Aurora Behavioral Health Hospital, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Behavioral Health Hospital, Inc. in San Diego, CA seeks a Registered Nurse for direct patient care in a behavioral health setting. The RN will assess, plan treatment, administer medications, and evaluate patient progress as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires on-site presence, strong de-escalation and crisis intervention skills, and precise charting in the EHR system. Evening, night, weekend, and holiday coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Active California RN license and current BLS; ACLS/PALS as required by unit.
• Behavioral health experience with strong assessment and clinical decision-making.
• On-site work in a fast-paced clinical setting with accurate documentation in EHR.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care: assessment, treatment planning, medication administration, ongoing evaluation.
• Monitor vital signs and mental status; document progress.
• Coordinate with physicians, therapists, and other staff on care plans.
• Educate patients and families; participate in crisis intervention and safety protocols.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Clinical decision-making

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Documentation in EHR

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Company Description

Aurora Behavioral Health Hospital, Inc. is a medical practice organization headquartered in Aurora, Colorado, serving individuals with behavioral health needs. The hospital focuses on providing compassionate, evidence-based care in a structured clinical environment. Team members collaborate across disciplines to deliver safe, high-quality services that support recovery and long-term wellness. Aurora Behavioral Health Hospital values professionalism, integrity, and a patient-centered approach, offering healthcare professionals an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Registered Nurse role based in San Diego, CA. The Registered Nurse will provide direct patient care, including assessment, treatment planning, medication administration, and ongoing evaluation of behavioral health patients. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs and mental status, documenting patient progress, and responding to changes in condition using established protocols. The nurse will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate individualized care plans and participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings. The role also involves patient and family education, support during crisis situations, adherence to safety and infection-control procedures, and accurate, timely charting in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California; current BLS certification (and ACLS/PALS as required by unit).
• Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric, or acute care settings, with strong assessment and clinical decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated skills in de-escalation, crisis intervention, and maintaining therapeutic boundaries in a patient-centered environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and families.
• Ability to work on-site in a fast-paced clinical setting, manage multiple priorities, and maintain accurate documentation using electronic health records.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality of care, confidentiality, and compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing; BSN preferred. Additional training or certification in mental/behavioral health nursing is an asset.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed to support 24/7 patient care.