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

For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, December 16th 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) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

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Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Adventist Health
Bakersfield, CA

$48-66/hour

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Posted 5 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

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Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

Adventist Health
Bakersfield, CA

$48-66/hour

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Posted 5 days ago

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery

Adventist Health
Delano, CA

$48-66/hour

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Posted 5 days ago

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

Adventist Health
Hanford, CA

$48-66/hour

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Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

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Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

Adventist Health
Bakersfield, CA

$48-66/hour

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Posted 6 days ago

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

Adventist Health
Bakersfield, CA

$48-66/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
Bakersfield, CA

$48-66/hour

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Posted 11 days ago

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

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Adventist Health
Bakersfield, CA

$48-66/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
Bakersfield, CA

$48-66/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
Delano, CA

$48-66/hour

Apply now

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

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Adventist Health
Hanford, CA

$48-66/hour

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Posted 5 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

Adventist Health
Bakersfield, CA

$48-66/hour

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab

Adventist Health
Bakersfield, CA

$48-66/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
Delano, CA

$48-66/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Stroke

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Stroke

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

$50-65/hour

Days

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Nurse Navigator

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Nurse Navigator

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

$50-65/hour

Days

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Case Manager, Skilled Nursing

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Case Manager, Skilled Nursing

Community Medical Centers
Fresno, CA
5x8 hrs, Days

$50-65/hour

Days

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiology

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiology

Fresno Heart & Surgical Hospital
Fresno, CA
5x8 hrs, Days

$50-65/hour

Days

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Correctional Mental Health

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Correctional Mental Health

California City Correctional Facility
California City, CA

$50-64/hour

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Posted 4 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse - Correctional

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Registered Nurse - Correctional

California City Correctional Facility
California City, CA

$50-64/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 (45), and Tenet North Cal (37).

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 Tuesday, December 16th 2025, Vivian has 22 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 Tuesday, December 16th 2025, Vivian has 352 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 Tuesday, December 16th 2025, Vivian has 5,700 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,688 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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