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

For jobs available on Vivian as of Friday, November 13th 2026, the average hourly Registered Nurse salary in California is $51 per hour but can pay up to $85 per hour.

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Trauma

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Trauma

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
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$45-70/hour

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery

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

$50-70/hour

Nights

3x12

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery

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

$48-67/hour

Nights

3x12

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care

Community Subacute & Transitional Care Center (CSTCC)
Fresno, CA
3x12 hrs, Nights

$48-67/hour

Nights

3x12

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

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

$48-67/hour

Nights

3x12

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

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

$48-67/hour

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient PCU - Progressive Care Unit

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient PCU - Progressive Care Unit

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

$48-67/hour

Flexible

3x12

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

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Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

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

$52-67/hour

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Endoscopy

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Endoscopy

Los Robles Surgery Center
Thousand Oaks, CA

$47-66/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Admission

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Admission

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

$51-65/hour

Nights

3x12

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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 7 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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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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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Wound Care

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Wound Care

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

$50-64/hour

Days

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - CVICU

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Registered Nurse (RN) - CVICU

Fresno Heart & Surgical Hospital
Fresno, CA
3x12 hrs, Nights

$50-64/hour

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology

Community Medical Centers
Clovis, CA
5x8 hrs, Days

$49-62/hour

Days

5x8

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Bella Terra Home Health
Camarillo, CA

$55-60/hour

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Posted 8 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Buena Vista Hospice
Thousand Oaks, CA

$50-60/hour

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Posted 8 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Skilled Nursing

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Skilled Nursing

Muir Home Health
Concord, CA

$100K-125K/year

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Posted 8 days ago

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Muir Home Health
Concord, CA

$100K-125K/year

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Posted 8 days ago

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California Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Registered Nurse Salary

$79.05/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $79.05 per hour. This is 43% higher than the US average of $45.37.

Last updated on November 11, 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 Adventist Health (62), Community Medical Centers (44), and Tenet Desert (31).

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 Friday, November 13th 2026, Vivian has 10 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 Friday, November 13th 2026, Vivian has 1,468 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $66 per hour on average, and up to $121 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, November 13th 2026, Vivian has 17,528 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,641 per hour on average, and up to $5,976 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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