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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Overview

Open roles66
Top employerHydration Room
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring44
Work type83% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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White Glove Placement, Inc.
RN Clinic
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White Glove Placement, Inc.
New 8h ago
RN Clinic
White Glove Placement, Inc.
Saint Helena, California
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
NRP Certification
1,001-5,000

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Kaiser Permanente
Level II Staff RN - Clinic
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Kaiser Permanente
New 9h ago
Level II Staff RN - Clinic
Kaiser Permanente
Woodland Hills, California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
$67.25 - $92.28/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Habitat Health
Clinic Supervisor (RN)
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Habitat Health
New 10h ago
Clinic Supervisor (RN)
Habitat Health
San Leandro, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$129k - $148k/yr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)

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County of Riverside
Registered Nurse II/III MC/CHC - RUHS Infusion Clinic
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County of Riverside
New 23h ago
Registered Nurse II/III MC/CHC - RUHS Infusion Clinic
County of Riverside
Moreno Valley, California
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$7,930 - $14k.27/yr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Sycuan Casino
Clinic Manager-RN-Sycuan Health Center
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Sycuan Casino
Added 1d ago
Clinic Manager-RN-Sycuan Health Center
Sycuan Casino
El Cajon, California
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$48 - $55/hr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
1,001-5,000

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Clinic Registered Nurse Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
7 jobs
La Jolla
4 jobs
Madera
3 jobs
Brawley
3 jobs
Stockton
3 jobs
Fresno
2 jobs
Orange
2 jobs
El Cajon
2 jobs
San Diego
2 jobs

Clinic Registered Nurse Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Hydration Room
Hydration Room7 open roles
Scripps Health
Scripps Health5 open roles
Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Science & Research

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 Hydration Room, Scripps Health, and Kaiser Permanente, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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, La Jolla, and Madera 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 17% of clinic registered nurse openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 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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