Nursing Jobs in California
10 active nursing jobs across California. Browse RN, LPN, travel nurse, ICU, ER, and per diem positions.
California is an active nursing market with 10 positions currently on the board across major hubs across California. Listings cover hospital, clinic, long-term care, home health, and travel-nurse contracts, with both staff RN and LPN openings updated daily. California is the largest nursing market in the country, anchored by Kaiser Permanente, UCLA Health, UCSF, Cedars-Sinai, Sutter Health, and Dignity Health. The state's mandatory nurse-to-patient ratio law (AB 394) keeps acute-care staffing demand high, and travel-nurse contracts in California regularly pay among the top rates nationwide. Average RN salaries in California exceed $120,000, with Bay Area and Los Angeles hospitals often paying meaningfully more for ICU, ER, L&D, and OR specialties. Browse jobs by city below or jump straight to a category to filter the listings. New positions are added daily as employers refresh their hiring feeds, so check back often or set up an alert to be notified when fresh California nursing openings go live.
Average nursing pay — California
Approximate market averages. Actual pay varies by employer, specialty, shift, and experience.
| Role | Avg annual | Avg weekly (travel) |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse (RN) | $133,000/yr | — |
| Travel Nurse | — | $3,800/week |
| LPN / LVN | $70,000/yr | — |
| CNA | $45,000/yr | — |
| Nurse Practitioner | $158,000/yr | — |
Genetics Nurse Practitioner| Monterey Bay Area, California
Genetics Nurse Practitioner| Monterey Bay Area, California
ICU Registered Nurse
OR Registered Nurse
CVOR Registered Nurse
Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner | Monterey, CA | 230K Proven Income
OR Registered Nurse
ICU Registered Nurse
CVOR Registered Nurse
Travel Registered Nurse RN Emergency Room ER
Why nurse in California?
California offers a wide range of nursing opportunities across hospitals, clinics, long-term care, home health, and travel contracts. Whether you're an experienced RN, an LPN/LVN, a CNA, or a new graduate, employers across the state hire across day, night, and weekend shifts with competitive pay, shift differentials, and benefits.
Roles available
Nurses in California can choose from Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner, ICU / Critical Care, Travel Nurse, Emergency Room and more. Each role offers different pay, schedule, and experience requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a California state license to work as a nurse here?+
California is not part of the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses must hold a California-issued RN or LVN license to practice in the state.
How much do registered nurses make in California?+
Registered nurses in California typically earn between $70,000 and $120,000 per year depending on specialty, shift, and experience. ICU, ER, and travel nurses earn at the top of that range, while new-grad and clinic RNs start closer to the lower end.
Are there travel nurse jobs available in California?+
Yes — travel nursing contracts are widely available in California, especially in ICU, ER, med-surg, and L&D. Weekly pay packages typically range from $1,800 to $3,200+ including stipends, with 8–13 week assignments at hospitals across the state.
Are there nursing jobs in California for new grads or no-experience nurses?+
Yes. Many hospitals and long-term care facilities in California hire new-grad RNs and offer paid nurse residency programs. CNA and LPN roles with on-the-job training are also available statewide.
How many active nursing jobs are listed in California?+
There are currently 10 active nursing jobs in California, updated daily across travel, staff, per-diem, RN, LPN, CNA, and nurse practitioner roles.