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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Wound Care
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Wound Care

  • Hi-Desert Continuing Care Center
  • Joshua Tree, CA

$29-45/hour

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View job details for Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
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Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown

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

$98-125/hour

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

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

$87-111/hour

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

  • John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital
  • Indio, CA
  • Sign-On Bonus

$76-121/hour

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Posted 9 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Behavioral Health
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Behavioral Health

  • Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
  • Modesto, CA

$76-121/hour

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California Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Registered Nurse Salary

$77.26/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $77.26 per hour. This is 37% higher than the US average of $48.30.

Last updated on September 22, 2026. 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 (60), Adventist Health (52), and Tenet Desert (27).

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, September 22nd 2026, Vivian has 14 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $72 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, September 22nd 2026, Vivian has 682 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $69 per hour on average, and up to $123 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, September 22nd 2026, Vivian has 8,912 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,688 per hour on average, and up to $9,100 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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