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

For jobs available on Vivian as of Monday, December 22nd 2025, the average hourly Registered Nurse salary in California is $50 per hour but can pay up to $98 per hour.

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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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Posted 6 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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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

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

$55-84/hour

3x12

Sign-On Bonus

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Posted 12 days ago

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 Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - First Assist

Community Regional Medical Center
Fresno, CA
3x12 hrs, Days

$60-77/hour

Days

3x12

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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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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Nurse Resident

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Nurse Resident

Community Regional Medical Center
Fresno, CA
5x8 hrs, Days

$57-74/hour

Days

5x8

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Posted 4 days ago

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

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Infection Control

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs

$98K-152K/year

3x12

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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
Glendale, CA

$53-72/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
Bakersfield, CA

$53-72/hour

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

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Adventist Health
Glendale, CA

$53-72/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
Glendale, CA

$53-72/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
Glendale, CA

$53-72/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
Sonora, CA
Retention Bonus

$53-72/hour

Retention Bonus

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Perioperative

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Perioperative

Community Regional Medical Center
Fresno, CA
4x10 hrs, Days

$54-70/hour

Days

4x10

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

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Case Management

AccentCare
Petaluma, CA
5x8 hrs

$113K-138K/year

5x8

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Posted 13 days ago

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

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Case Management

AccentCare
West Hills, CA
5x8 hrs

$114K-129K/year

5x8

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California Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Registered Nurse Salary

$73.08/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $73.08 per hour. This is 46% higher than the US average of $39.71.

Last updated on December 21, 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 (59), Community Medical Centers (48), and Tenet Desert (25).

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 22nd 2025, Vivian has 28 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 22nd 2025, Vivian has 310 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $70 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 22nd 2025, Vivian has 5,343 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,772 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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