REGISTERED NURSE (SAFETY)

Job Description and Duties

You must have list eligiblity to apply for this position. This is a separate process than applying for the job vacancy. If you need to obtain list eligiblity please take the exam below. See below:
EXAM LINK: CalCareers

The Department of State Hospitals – Napa, Department of Medicine, and Ancillary Services is accepting applications for a Full-time, Limited Term (with possibility of becoming perm) positions to the Registered Nurse (Safety) ECT/Recovery classification. Experience is preferred, but not required. The RN in this department works in a variety of clinic and non-clinic settings in our department.

The RN in this role assists and works with Psychiatrists, Anesthesiologist and Physicians in clinical examinations and Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT). Orders drugs and supplies for ECT/Surgical Clinic. Creates and maintains a sterile and safer environment in the surgical and clinic areas and cares for and maintains surgical instruments, dressings, surgical supplies, and medical equipment. Supervise patients and assists medical staff with pre- and post-operative nursing: reviews charts and consent pre-operatively for ECT/surgery procedures; observes and reports patients’ progress pre and post procedures and provides peri-anesthesia treatment information to patients and unit staff. CPAN certification is desired but not required.

Candidate must be able to multitask and handle various responsibilities. If more information is needed, please contact Adrian Lavarias, Nursing Coordinator at (707) 253-5150.

To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required:

• You must complete the STD. 678 Employment Application in its entirety and include, " Registered Nurse (Safety) ECT – JC 529638 ” in the “Job Title(s)” section of the application.
• Duties Performed and Supervisor’s name and Contact information must be completed on the STD 678 -Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD. 678.
• Possession of the legal requirements to practice as a professional Registered Nurse in California.

*****Although paper applications are still accepted you are highly encouraged to submit an application via CalCareers*****

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

You must have list eligiblity to apply for this position. This is a separate process than applying for the job vacancy. If you need to obtain list eligiblity please take the exam below. See below:
EXAM LINK: CalCareers

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 9/11/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of State Hospitals

Department of State Hospitals - Napa

Attn: Exam/Hiring Unit

2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.

Napa , CA 94558

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of State Hospitals

Department of State Hospitals - Napa

Exam/Hiring Unit

2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.

Napa , CA 94558

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

• Health Benefits Program (CalPERS)
• Retirement (CalPERS)
• Employer Health and Consolidated Benefits Contributions
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Legal Services
• Holidays, Vacation, Sick Paid leave
• Flex Elect Reimbursement Program
• Wellness and Recognition
• Alternate Work Schedules
• Transit Pass Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent Scholarship Program
• Leadership Training
• Mentoring Program
• Free gym on site
• Daycare on site
• Beautiful walking, hiking and biking trails
• Free Parking
• Electrical Vehicle charging

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:

Human Resources Contact:
Harleen Sahota
(000) -
[email protected]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Tiffani Emerson Morris
(707) 312-6255
[email protected]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.