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Psych/Mental Health, Adult Per Diem Nursing Jobs in Los Angeles for RNs

Find Top RN Psych/Mental Health, Adult Travel Nursing Jobs in Los Angeles, California

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top travel nurse jobs in and around Los Angeles, California. We currently offer 3 of the best available nurse travel jobs in the Los Angeles area. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Los Angeles’s nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Today you can find jobs with a salary range between $41 to $44 per hour.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for travel jobs in Los Angeles. The earliest start date in Los Angeles is Jul 20, 2024 for a Behavioral Health/Psychiatric Nurse (Psych RN) role at $44 per hour. The latest start date for an job in Los Angeles is Jul 20, 2024 for a Behavioral Health/Psychiatric Nurse (Psych RN) role at $44 per hour. You can also find other possibilities by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) Psych/Mental Health, Adult travel nurse job in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles is a great location for travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Search Top Paying Per Diem Registered Nurse Psych/Mental Health, Adult Jobs in Los Angeles

AMN Healthcare currently has 3 per diem Registered Nurse Psych/Mental Health, Adult positions available in the Los Angeles, CA area. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

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Behavioral Health/Psychiatric Nurse (Psych RN)
  • Los Angeles, California – 90027
  • 8 D,
  • July 20, 2024
$41 to $44
Hourly Pay*
Behavioral Health/Psych RN’s work with individuals and families who have psychiatric problems and disorders, such as depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, psychosis, dementia and more. According to the American Psychiatric Nurses Association, psych nurses are experts in crisis intervention, mental health, medications and therapies to assist patients in mastering mental illnesses. Tasks include assessing mental health needs, developing nursing care plans, managing a therapeutic environment, assisting with self-care activities, crisis intervention and counseling.  Psych RN’s usually work in patient facilities, health departments, mental health agencies, long term centers and correction facilities. Usually work directly with a person who has anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance abuse, Alzheimer’s disease.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • CPI is often required
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Behavioral Health/Psychiatric Nurse (Psych RN)
  • Los Angeles, California – 90027
  • 8 D,
  • July 20, 2024
$41 to $44
Hourly Pay*
Behavioral Health/Psych RN’s work with individuals and families who have psychiatric problems and disorders, such as depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, psychosis, dementia and more. According to the American Psychiatric Nurses Association, psych nurses are experts in crisis intervention, mental health, medications and therapies to assist patients in mastering mental illnesses. Tasks include assessing mental health needs, developing nursing care plans, managing a therapeutic environment, assisting with self-care activities, crisis intervention and counseling.  Psych RN’s usually work in patient facilities, health departments, mental health agencies, long term centers and correction facilities. Usually work directly with a person who has anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance abuse, Alzheimer’s disease.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • CPI is often required
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per diem
Behavioral Health/Psychiatric Nurse (Psych RN)
  • Los Angeles, California – 90027
  • 8 N,
  • July 20, 2024
$41 to $44
Hourly Pay*
Behavioral Health/Psych RN’s work with individuals and families who have psychiatric problems and disorders, such as depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, psychosis, dementia and more. According to the American Psychiatric Nurses Association, psych nurses are experts in crisis intervention, mental health, medications and therapies to assist patients in mastering mental illnesses. Tasks include assessing mental health needs, developing nursing care plans, managing a therapeutic environment, assisting with self-care activities, crisis intervention and counseling.  Psych RN’s usually work in patient facilities, health departments, mental health agencies, long term centers and correction facilities. Usually work directly with a person who has anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance abuse, Alzheimer’s disease.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • CPI is often required
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Statistics on RN Jobs in Los Angeles, California

Here are some helpful statistics about traveling nurse jobs in & near Los Angeles. The data is based on the last three complete months of job postings in the Los Angeles and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Psych/Mental Health, Adult job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Los Angeles and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel Nursing Jobs for RNs in Los Angeles, CA

What are the top paying Psych/Mental Health, Adult jobs currently available in or near Los Angeles?

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What types of shifts are most common for travel jobs in Los Angeles?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 8 Hour Day shifts were the most common in Los Angeles and surrounding areas.
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How many Psych/Mental Health, Adult travel nursing jobs are available in Los Angeles?

There are currently 3 Psych/Mental Health, Adult travel nursing jobs available in Los Angeles. We also get new nursing specialties jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.
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How much does a day shift Psych/Mental Health, Adult nurse make on average in Los Angeles and nearby cities?

A: A 8 Hour Day shift Psych/Mental Health, Adult nurse in Los Angeles can make an average of $42 per hour based on recent job availability.
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How much does a night shift Psych/Mental Health, Adult nurse make on average in Los Angeles and nearby cities?

A: A 8 Hour Night shift Psych/Mental Health, Adult nurse in Los Angeles can make an average of $42 per hour based on recent job availability data.
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What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Psych/Mental Health, Adult staff in or near Los Angeles?

  • USC Department of Radiology in Los Angeles (2.5 miles from Los Angeles)
  • Altamed – LA 2 in Los Angeles (6.7 miles from Los Angeles)
  • Adventist Health White Memorial Montebello in Montebello (8.6 miles from Los Angeles)
  • Los Angeles General Medical Center in Los Angeles (2.2 miles from Los Angeles)
  • California Hospital Medical Center La in Los Angeles (1.6 miles from Los Angeles)
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How much does an Psych/Mental Health, Adult travel nurse make on average in Los Angeles?

A Psych/Mental Health, Adult nurse in Los Angeles can make an average of $42 per hour.
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Locating Psych/Mental Health, Adult Travel Nursing Jobs in Los Angeles

In Los Angeles, facilities like USC Department of Radiology, Altamed – LA 2 and Adventist Health White Memorial Montebello, all offer departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Boston Heights (zip code 90033), Ramona Gardens (zip code 90033) and Lincoln Heights (zip code 90031) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Los Angeles’s job opportunities are Glendale (6.3 miles), Montebello (8.5 miles) and Lynwood (8.6 miles). These are near to zip codes: 90033 (2.5 miles), 91204 (5.3 miles) and 90640 (8.6 miles).

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* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.