How much do staff Registered Nursing jobs pay per hour in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Wednesday, December 31st 2025, the average hourly Registered Nurse salary in California is $48 per hour but can pay up to $69 per hour.

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Director OR - Operating Room

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Director OR - Operating Room

John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital
Indio, CA
3x12 hrs

$69-110/hour

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Labor and Delivery

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Labor and Delivery

Hi-Desert Medical Center
Joshua Tree, CA
3x12 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$135K-216K/year

3x12

Sign-On Bonus

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs

$54-86/hour

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Manager, PCU - Progressive Care Unit

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Manager, PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs

$51-82/hour

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Manager, Med Surg

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Manager, Med Surg

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs

$51-82/hour

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Manager, NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Manager, NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs

$51-82/hour

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

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Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs

$51-82/hour

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Manager, DOU - Direct Observation Unit

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Manager, DOU - Direct Observation Unit

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs

$51-82/hour

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Clinic

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Clinic

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs

$51-82/hour

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Charge Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

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Charge Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs

$51-82/hour

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$52-80/hour

3x12

Sign-On Bonus

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$52-80/hour

3x12

Sign-On Bonus

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital
Indio, CA
3x12 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$48-79/hour

3x12

Sign-On Bonus

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Transitional Care Unit

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Transitional Care Unit

Hi-Desert Continuing Care Center
Joshua Tree, CA
3x12 hrs

$50-77/hour

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

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Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

Hi-Desert Medical Center
Joshua Tree, CA
3x12 hrs

$50-77/hour

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Outpatient Cardiology

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Outpatient Cardiology

Nortek Medical Staffing, Inc.
Mammoth Lakes, CA
5x8 hrs, Days, Nights

$140K-160K/year

Days

Nights

5x8

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Posted 12 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Transitional Care Unit

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Transitional Care Unit

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$49-76/hour

3x12

Sign-On Bonus

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Med Surg / Telemetry

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Med Surg / Telemetry

John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital
Indio, CA
3x12 hrs

$47-73/hour

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Charge Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Staff Position

Charge Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital
Indio, CA
3x12 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$47-73/hour

3x12

Sign-On Bonus

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Correctional Mental Health

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Correctional Mental Health

California City Correctional Facility
California City, CA

$50-64/hour

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California Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Registered Nurse Salary

$72.02/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $72.02 per hour. This is 50% higher than the US average of $36.09.

Last updated on December 31, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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California Nursing Jobs FAQs

What are the Registered Nurse licensing requirements in California?

You can find out the RN licensing and renewal requirements for new or experienced registered nurses at our California RN Licensing guide.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, December 31st 2025, Vivian has 20 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $74 per hour on average and up to $92 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, December 31st 2025, Vivian has 227 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $69 per hour on average, and up to $113 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, December 31st 2025, Vivian has 3,816 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,788 per hour on average, and up to $5,750 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Is California a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC)?

No, California is not a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC).

How much does obtaining a nursing license in California cost?

Cost to obtain a nursing license in California varies from $300-$350.

How often do you need to renew your nursing license in California?

Nursing license needs to be renewed every two years.

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