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

For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, December 16th 2025, the average hourly Registered Nurse salary in California is $54 per hour but can pay up to $98 per hour.

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
Modesto, CA
3x12 hrs

$69-110/hour

3x12

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View job details for Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

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Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

San Ramon Regional Medical Center
San Ramon, CA
3x12 hrs

$65-105/hour

3x12

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

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Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg / Telemetry

San Ramon Regional Medical Center
San Ramon, CA
3x12 hrs

$65-105/hour

3x12

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
Modesto, CA
3x12 hrs

$65-105/hour

3x12

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

San Ramon Regional Medical Center
San Ramon, CA
3x12 hrs

$62-100/hour

3x12

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Posted 9 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Ambulatory Surgery

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Ambulatory Surgery

San Ramon Regional Medical Center
San Ramon, CA
3x12 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$78-95/hour

3x12

Sign-On Bonus

Above Average Pay

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Adventist Health
Saint Helena, CA

$63-93/hour

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Posted 12 days ago

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Adventist Health
Saint Helena, CA

$63-93/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

Adventist Health
Saint Helena, CA

$63-93/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ED - Emergency Department

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ED - Emergency Department

Adventist Health
Bakersfield, CA

$126K-189K/year

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View job details for Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

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Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

Adventist Health
Templeton, CA

$60-90/hour

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Posted 10 days ago

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

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Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Adventist Health
San Luis Obispo, CA

$60-90/hour

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Posted 6 days ago

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

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Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery

Adventist Health
San Luis Obispo, CA

$60-90/hour

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

Staff Position

Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery

Adventist Health
Templeton, CA

$60-90/hour

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View job details for Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

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Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Adventist Health
San Luis Obispo, CA

$60-90/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

Community Health Partners (CHP)
Fresno, CA
5x8 hrs, Days

$65-85/hour

Days

5x8

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Care Manager

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Care Manager

Adventist Health
Los Angeles, CA

$61-84/hour

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View job details for Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

Staff Position

Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

Adventist Health
Simi Valley, CA

$59-81/hour

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Posted 10 days ago

View job details for Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab

Staff Position

Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab

Adventist Health
Bakersfield, CA

$59-81/hour

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View job details for Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Staff Position

Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Core Medical-Perm
Monterey, CA
5x8 hrs

$154K-165K/year

5x8

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Posted 12 days ago

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California Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Registered Nurse Salary

$74.44/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $74.44 per hour. This is 46% higher than the US average of $40.28.

Last updated on December 15, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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California Nursing Jobs FAQs

What employers have the most staff Registered Nursing jobs in California?

The employers on Vivian that currently have the most staff Registered Nursing jobs in California are Adventist Health (61), Community Medical Centers (45), and Tenet North Cal (37).

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 Tuesday, December 16th 2025, Vivian has 22 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $73 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 Tuesday, December 16th 2025, Vivian has 352 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $67 per hour on average, and up to $95 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, December 16th 2025, Vivian has 5,700 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,688 per hour on average, and up to $4,806 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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