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

For jobs available on Vivian as of Sunday, December 14th 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) - Director ICU - Intensive Care Unit

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Director ICU - Intensive Care Unit

San Ramon Regional Medical Center
San Ramon, CA
3x12 hrs

$83-133/hour

3x12

Above Average Pay

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Med Surg / Telemetry

San Ramon Regional Medical Center
San Ramon, CA
3x12 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$83-133/hour

3x12

Sign-On Bonus

Above Average Pay

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Nurse Resident

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

$98-127/hour

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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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
3x12 hrs

$76-121/hour

3x12

Above Average Pay

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Director ED - Emergency Department

Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
Modesto, CA
3x12 hrs

$76-121/hour

3x12

Above Average Pay

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Nurse Resident

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

$92-120/hour

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

San Ramon Regional Medical Center
San Ramon, CA
3x12 hrs

$69-110/hour

3x12

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Posted 4 days ago

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Director OR - Operating Room

Adventist Health
Bakersfield, CA

$146K-219K/year

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Labor and Delivery

Adventist Health
Templeton, CA

$146K-219K/year

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Adventist Health
Templeton, CA

$146K-219K/year

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Labor and Delivery

Adventist Health
San Luis Obispo, CA

$146K-219K/year

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Labor and Delivery

Hi-Desert Medical Center
Joshua Tree, CA
3x12 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$135K-216K/year

3x12

Sign-On Bonus

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager

Community Medical Centers
Fresno, CA
5x8 hrs, Days

$77-101/hour

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, Orthopedics

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, Orthopedics

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

$70-92/hour

Nights

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

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

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

$70-92/hour

Evenings

5x8

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

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, OR - Operating Room

Clovis Community Medical Center
Clovis, CA
5x8 hrs, Days

$70-92/hour

Days

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

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

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

$70-92/hour

Evenings

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, Perioperative

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, Perioperative

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

$70-92/hour

Evenings

5x8

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View job details for Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care

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Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care

Core Medical-Perm
Sacramento, CA
3x12 hrs

$146K-185K/year

3x12

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Posted 10 days ago

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

Staff Position

Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Jobot
Santa Barbara, CA
5x8 hrs, Days

$150K-180K/year

Days

5x8

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Posted 8 days ago

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California Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Registered Nurse Salary

$73.89/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $73.89 per hour. This is 46% higher than the US average of $40.17.

Last updated on December 13, 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 (47), 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 Sunday, December 14th 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 Sunday, December 14th 2025, Vivian has 374 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 Sunday, December 14th 2025, Vivian has 5,666 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,694 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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