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

For jobs available on Vivian as of Friday, January 2nd 2026, the average hourly Registered Nurse salary in California is $48 per hour but can pay up to $98 per hour.

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Neurology

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Neurology

Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
Modesto, CA
3x12 hrs

$65-96/hour

3x12

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Posted 10 days ago

View job details for MDS Coordinator RN

Staff Position

MDS Coordinator RN

The Terraces of Los Gatos - a HumanGood community
Cupertino, CA

$42-95/hour

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Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Stroke

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Stroke

Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
Modesto, CA
3x12 hrs

$59-95/hour

3x12

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Posted 10 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Case Manager, Clinical Support Specialist

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Case Manager, Clinical Support Specialist

Emanuel Medical Center
Turlock, CA
3x12 hrs

$60-89/hour

3x12

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Posted 9 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 Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

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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 Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

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Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

Adventist Health
Simi Valley, CA

$59-81/hour

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

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Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab

Adventist Health
Bakersfield, CA

$59-81/hour

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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
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

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

Adventist Health
Fort Bragg, CA

$54-80/hour

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

Staff Position

Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab

Adventist Health
Los Angeles, CA

$58-79/hour

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Posted 1 day ago

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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Posted 7 days ago

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) - 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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Posted 13 days ago

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

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Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry

Adventist Health
Montebello, 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
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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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 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 Community Medical Centers (64), Adventist Health (57), and Tenet North Cal (33).

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 Friday, January 2nd 2026, 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 Friday, January 2nd 2026, Vivian has 306 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $70 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 Friday, January 2nd 2026, Vivian has 4,498 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,779 per hour on average, and up to $5,145 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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