Clinic Registered Nurse Jobs in California
Clinic Registered Nurse jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in outpatient clinics, large multi-specialty medical groups, and community health centers serving one of the nation's most diverse patient populations, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior clinical lead. The heaviest hiring activity is in Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area, where major employers like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Sutter Health maintain large ambulatory care networks. The most in-demand specialties right now are primary care, pediatrics, and chronic disease management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)
A Brief Overview
The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient's family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise In unit or hospital.
Please note: A Nurse who voluntarily agrees to work in a "weekends only" position is not eligible for premium pay under Section 17.2.
Our Clinical Nurse (RN) job classification is represented by the Committee for Recognition of Nursing Achievement (CRONA). CRONA is an independent union for Registered Nurses at Stanford Health Care and Lucile Packard Children's Health Stanford. For more information, please visit the CRONA website at https://www.crona.org/.
NOTE: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification may be required by the cost center in which the position resides. Please check AskHR for a complete listing of those cost centers requiring the ACLS certification.
What you will do
- The Helping Role Establishes Therapeutic Relationships: Creates and maintains a climate conducive to healing through being present to the patient and family, identifying and managing discomforts; providing emotional support and information; guiding the patient and family through phases of illness and recovery/passage to death and in accordance with the patient's goals and culture. Mobilizes the patient's strengths and abilities towards participation in recovery and control over plan of care.
- Diagnostic and Monitoring Functions: Obtains accurate and relevant assessment data and interprets the data as normal vs abnormal. Determines nursing diagnosis. Monitors and evaluates data as frequently as needed based on stability.
- Plans and Implements Therapeutic Interventions: Collaborates with the patient, family and members of health care team to develop an individualized plan of care. Implements nursing and medical interventions safely. Evaluates effectiveness of interventions and monitors patient for adverse responses and side effects.
- Teaching and Coaching, Patient and Staff Teaching: Assesses a patient's and family's learning needs and readiness to learn. Teaches needed information for self-care and illness prevention. Adjusts information and expectations based on responses from patient, developmental levels, physiological and psychological condition, and cultural variations. Teaches other staff members both incidentally and/or through formal roles such as preceptor or super-user.
- Effective Management of Rapidly Changing Situations: Ability to rapidly grasp problem situations and respond quickly and appropriately. Identifies the need for and activates emergency protocols.
- Monitors and Ensures Quality Healthcare Practices: Monitors own practices and assists in monitoring others for practices related to patient and employee safety and compliance to standards and policies. Looks for opportunities for continual improvement in patient care and the work environment.
- Organization and Work Role Functions: Integrates multiple requests and work expectations by setting priorities, delegating tasks appropriately, and seeking assistance as needed.
- Priorities: Contributes to team building through participation in unit programs and meetings; contributes to positive morale, using constructive and effective conflict resolution skills.
- Management and Delegation: Learns and utilizes the available technology for communication, documentation, and locating information regarding unusual clinical situations, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Contributes to the knowledge and skill of other members of the nursing staff through one or more activities such as formal or informal teaching, participation on Shared Governance groups, professional publications and/or presentations.
Education: Attains knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice. Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning. - Communication: Communicates effectively in a variety of formats in all areas of practice.
- Leadership: Demonstrates leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession.
- Professional Practice Evaluation: Evaluates own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules and regulations.
Education Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Able to communicate effectively in English.
- Two years of oncology experience required.
- GI Oncology experience preferred.
- Ambulatory experience preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
- California Registered Nurse (RN) license
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
Physical Demands
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Frequent (please list each item under Comments). The work involves considerable exertion such as frequent lifting of
patients and equipment, bending and stooping, and walking. The work environment involves moderate risks or
discomforts which require special safety precautions, e.g. working with risk of exposure of contagious disease,
radiation or infection, working with emotionally disturbed patients. Precautions are routine for nearly all
situations. The employee might be required to use protective clothing or gear.
Blood Borne Pathogens
- Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues
These principles apply to ALL employees:
SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience
Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.
You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:
- Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
- Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
- Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
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Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $96.35 - $111.14 per hourThe salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
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Clinic Registered Nurse Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Kaiser Permanente14

- Sutter Health8

- PetVet Care Centers7

- Hydration Room6

- Scripps Health5

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinic registered nurse jobs across California.
- Active California Registered Nurse license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Minimum one year of clinical nursing experience in an outpatient or ambulatory care setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong patient education, triage, and care coordination skills for high-volume clinic environments
- Bilingual ability in Spanish preferred for many Southern California and Central Valley positions
Clinic Registered Nurse Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinic registered nurse in California?
You become a clinic registered nurse in California by earning an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN exam, and obtaining an active license from the California Board of Registered Nursing. California has its own licensing board with specific application and background check requirements separate from other states. After licensure, most candidates apply directly to outpatient clinics, medical groups, or health systems that post entry-level ambulatory care roles.
How much do clinic registered nurses make in California?
Clinic registered nurses in California earn a median of about $140,270 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $101,260 for the lowest 10% to over $213,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire clinic registered nurses in California?
Employers hiring clinic registered nurses in California right now include Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, and PetVet Care Centers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's large integrated health systems and multi-specialty medical groups account for the majority of clinic nursing positions across the state.
Which California cities have the most clinic registered nurse jobs?
Los Angeles, Oakland, and Palo Alto have the most clinic registered nurse openings in California. Los Angeles and San Diego drive volume through their dense concentrations of hospital-affiliated outpatient clinics and federally qualified health centers, while the Bay Area's major health systems and biotechnology campuses sustain strong ambulatory care nursing demand across San Francisco, San Jose, and surrounding communities.
Are there remote clinic registered nurse jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of clinic registered nurse openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on, in-person nature of most clinical nursing work. The portions of the role most likely to be performed remotely are telephonic triage, care management follow-up calls, and chronic disease coaching for patients already established with a provider.
How can I get hired as a clinic registered nurse in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate nurse residency program, and California's largest health systems run structured ones specifically for ambulatory settings. Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Sutter Health all offer residency or transition-to-practice programs that accept candidates without prior clinic experience. Lateral moves from acute care floor nursing, medical assistant supervising, or LVN positions within the same organization also open doors. Holding an active California Board of Registered Nursing license and a BLS certification before applying gives candidates a clear edge in a competitive new-grad market.
Where can I find and apply to clinic registered nurse jobs in California?
You can find and apply to clinic registered nurse jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the employer. No sign-up is required to view open positions.
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