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

Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

  • Doctors Hospital of Manteca
  • Manteca, CA
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Sign-On Bonus

$44-88/hour

3x12
Sign-On Bonus
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Manager, NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Manager, NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

  • Desert Regional Medical Center
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 3x12 hrs

$51-82/hour

3x12
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View job details for Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
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Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

  • Desert Regional Medical Center
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 3x12 hrs

$51-82/hour

3x12
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Manager, DOU - Direct Observation Unit
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Manager, DOU - Direct Observation Unit

  • Desert Regional Medical Center
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 3x12 hrs

$51-82/hour

3x12
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Clinic
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Clinic

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

$51-82/hour

3x12
Sign-On Bonus
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View job details for Charge Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room
Staff Position

Charge Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

  • Desert Regional Medical Center
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 3x12 hrs

$51-82/hour

3x12
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Labor and Delivery
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Labor and Delivery

  • Emanuel Medical Center
  • Turlock, CA
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Sign-On Bonus

$51-82/hour

3x12
Sign-On Bonus
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ED - Emergency Department
Staff Position

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

  • Doctors Hospital of Manteca
  • Manteca, CA
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Sign-On Bonus

$51-82/hour

3x12
Sign-On Bonus
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, CCU - Coronary Care
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, CCU - Coronary Care

  • Emanuel Medical Center
  • Turlock, CA
  • 3x12 hrs

$51-82/hour

3x12
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

  • Emanuel Medical Center
  • Turlock, CA
  • 3x12 hrs

$52-81/hour

3x12
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Posted 13 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab

  • Emanuel Medical Center
  • Turlock, CA
  • 3x12 hrs

$52-81/hour

3x12
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery

  • Emanuel Medical Center
  • Turlock, CA
  • 3x12 hrs

$52-81/hour

3x12
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

  • Emanuel Medical Center
  • Turlock, CA
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Sign-On Bonus

$52-81/hour

3x12
Sign-On Bonus
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

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

$53-78/hour

3x12
Sign-On Bonus
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

  • Medical Solutions Direct Hire
  • Oakdale, CA
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$55-77/hour

Nights
3x12
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Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Charge Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
Staff Position

Charge Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

  • Clovis Community Medical Center
  • Clovis, CA
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$56-73/hour

Nights
3x12
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View job details for Charge Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Staff Position

Charge Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

  • Community Regional Medical Center
  • Fresno, CA
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$56-73/hour

Nights
3x12
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View job details for Charge Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room
Staff Position

Charge Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

  • Community Regional Medical Center
  • Fresno, CA
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$56-73/hour

Nights
3x12
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Care Manager
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Care Manager

  • AccentCare
  • San Marcos, CA
  • 5x8 hrs

$95K-135K/year

5x8
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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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