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Outpatient Behavioral Health Nurse RN

San Diego, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Nov 2025

💰 $81,000/yr($70,500/yr – $81,000/yr)

About the role

At LifeStance Health, we strive to help individuals, families, and communities with their mental health needs. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in mental healthcare.

Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing mental health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our team!

LifeStance Health Values

Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.
Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.
Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.
One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.

Benefits
As a full-time employee of LifeStance Health, the following benefits are offered: medical, dental, vision, AD&D, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k retirement savings with employer match, paid parental leave, paid time off, holiday pay and an Employee Assistance Program.

Role Overview:

LifeStance Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide ongoing care for our patients. You will be caring for individuals in our clinic setting as they navigate the mental health experience.

Step into a role that values both your expertise and your well-being. In our Spravato clinic, you’ll work Monday through Friday, with no nights, weekends, or on-call, giving you the balance you deserve while contributing to our mission of providing cutting edge mental health treatments and exceptional patient care.

Compensation: $35.25 - $40.50/hour

Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday and Thursday with flexibility to cover other days if needed

Location: 11515 El Camino Real Suite 100 San Diego, CA 92130

Responsibilities:

Oversee the daily operations and management of clinical therapies under the direction of the Physician.
Create a positive, relaxing, and professional work environment.
Greet and room patients, obtain weight and vitals, review any relevant medical information and current medications, start and administer therapies, administer medications as indicated and ordered.
Review all screeners related to patient’s appointment and alert physician if abnormal or high scores are reported.
Provide clear patient instructions and education regarding treatments.
Ensure all relevant documentation and consents are signed before starting treatment.
Ensure adequate medication dosages and confirm accurate dose before administration of medication.
Before starting treatment ensure correct patient identification is obtained, chairside.
Monitor and assess patients thoroughly throughout their stay.
Assess patient’s physical and mental status before allowing to discharge from the clinic. Alerting physician and ensuring corrective action is taken if needed.
Maintain all clinical logs to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Ensure clinic prep is complete for the next shift.
Review intakes and collaborate with physician regarding new patients.
Maintain and securely store patient charts.
Establish professional relationships with new and existing patients.
Timely submission of charting and documentation requirements for each patient.
Maintain an orderly configuration for the storage of supplies, including vial expiration and sufficient levels of the required supply.
Monitor and report inventory requirements needed for daily operation.
Maintain and comply with DEA regulations of controlled substances.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Ensure patient education folders and handouts are made and available.
Occasionally assist with daily nursing task as available and when needed. (IE: Rooming patients, charting, med refills, PA’s, responding to telephone encounters, referrals, etc.)