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

For jobs available on Vivian as of Monday, December 15th 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) - Stroke

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Stroke

Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
Modesto, CA
3x12 hrs

$59-95/hour

3x12

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

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Wound Care

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

$58-88/hour

3x12

Sign-On Bonus

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - CVICU

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Registered Nurse (RN) - CVICU

Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
Modesto, CA
3x12 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$59-87/hour

3x12

Sign-On Bonus

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

Staff Position

Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

Adventist Health
Clearlake, CA
Relocation Bonus

$56-84/hour

Relocation Bonus

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Posted 7 days ago

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

Staff Position

Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

Adventist Health
Clearlake, CA
Relocation Bonus

$56-84/hour

Relocation Bonus

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

Staff Position

Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Adventist Health
Clearlake, CA

$56-84/hour

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

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery

Adventist Health
Templeton, CA

$51-81/hour

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

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Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Adventist Health
Fort Bragg, CA

$54-80/hour

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View job details for Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - OR Circulate

Staff Position

Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - OR Circulate

Adventist Health
Fort Bragg, CA

$54-80/hour

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

Staff Position

Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

Adventist Health
Fort Bragg, CA

$54-80/hour

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

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Adventist Health
Ukiah, CA

$58-79/hour

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

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Charge Nurse (RN) - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Adventist Health
Glendale, CA

$58-79/hour

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

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery

Adventist Health
Ukiah, CA

$58-79/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

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

$60-77/hour

Days

5x8

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View job details for Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry

Staff Position

Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry

Adventist Health
Montebello, CA

$56-77/hour

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Posted 5 days ago

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

Staff Position

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

Adventist Health
Tulare, CA

$56-77/hour

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

Staff Position

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

Adventist Health
Montebello, CA

$56-77/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
Delano, CA

$56-77/hour

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

Staff Position

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

Adventist Health
Sonora, CA

$56-77/hour

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

Staff Position

Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg / Telemetry

Adventist Health
Los Angeles, CA

$56-77/hour

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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 (46), and Tenet North Cal (34).

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 Monday, December 15th 2025, Vivian has 23 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 Monday, December 15th 2025, Vivian has 349 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 Monday, December 15th 2025, Vivian has 6,274 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,681 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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