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

For jobs available on Vivian as of Thursday, January 1st 2026, the average hourly Registered Nurse salary in California is $45 per hour but can pay up to $91 per hour.

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NICU Clinical Nurse Coordinator

Good Samaritan Hospital
San Jose, CA

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NICU Clinical Nurse Coordinator

Good Samaritan Hospital
San Jose, CA

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View job details for Cardiac Cath Lab RN

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Cardiac Cath Lab RN

Good Samaritan Hospital
San Jose, CA

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Cardiac Cath Lab Nurse

Good Samaritan Hospital
San Jose, CA

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View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

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Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Good Samaritan Hospital
San Jose, CA

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Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Good Samaritan Hospital
San Jose, CA

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View job details for Pre-Op & PACU Clinical Nurse Coordinator

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Pre-Op & PACU Clinical Nurse Coordinator

Los Gatos Surgical
Los Gatos, CA

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View job details for RN Case Manager II

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RN Case Manager II

Los Robles Hospital and Medical Center
Thousand Oaks, CA

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Case Management

Los Robles Hospital and Medical Center
Thousand Oaks, CA

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RN Case Manager II

Los Robles Hospital and Medical Center
Thousand Oaks, CA

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RN Case Manager II

Los Robles Hospital and Medical Center
Thousand Oaks, CA

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View job details for Cardiac Operating Room RN

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Cardiac Operating Room RN

Riverside Community Hospital
Riverside, CA

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View job details for Clinical Nurse Coordinator Med Surg

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Clinical Nurse Coordinator Med Surg

Riverside Community Hospital
Riverside, CA

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Med Surg Clinical Nurse Coordinator

Riverside Community Hospital
Riverside, CA

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View job details for NICU Clinical Nurse Coordinator

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NICU Clinical Nurse Coordinator

Riverside Community Hospital
Riverside, CA

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NICU Clinical Nurse Coordinator

Riverside Community Hospital
Riverside, CA

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Progressive Care Registered Nurse

Riverside Community Hospital
Riverside, CA

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Progressive Care Registered Nurse

Riverside Community Hospital
Riverside, CA

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View job details for Operating Room Clinical Nurse Coordinator

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Operating Room Clinical Nurse Coordinator

Los Robles Surgery Center
Thousand Oaks, CA

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Endoscopy RN

Los Robles Surgery Center
Thousand Oaks, CA

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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 Thursday, January 1st 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 Thursday, January 1st 2026, Vivian has 233 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 Thursday, January 1st 2026, Vivian has 3,740 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,787 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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