Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs in California

Emergency Department Registered Nurse jobs in California represent one of the most active and competitive markets in the country, concentrated across Level I trauma centers, large academic medical systems, and high-volume urban hospitals, with openings from new graduate residents through senior charge and clinical lead nurses. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where systems like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Cedars-Sinai maintain large emergency departments with consistent staffing needs. Trauma nursing, critical care triage, and pediatric emergency are among the most in-demand specializations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles101+
Top employerAdventist Health
Top citySan Diego, CA
Cities hiring48
Work type55% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Clinical RN - Sharp Memorial Hospital- Emergency Department - FT - Nights - May be eligible for 5k in relocation assistance
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Clinical RN - Sharp Memorial Hospital- Emergency Department - FT - Nights - May be eligible for 5k in relocation assistance
Sharp HealthCare
San Diego, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Coding & Billing
$64.21 - $93.76/hr
PALS Certification
10,000+

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Lead Clinical Nurse-RN - Emergency Department - Sharp Coronado Hospital - Days - FT 0.9
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Lead Clinical Nurse-RN - Emergency Department - Sharp Coronado Hospital - Days - FT 0.9
Sharp HealthCare
Coronado, California
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$74.63 - $107.86/hr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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UASI Grants and Compliance Manager - Department of Emergency Management (0931)
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UASI Grants and Compliance Manager - Department of Emergency Management (0931)
City and County of San Francisco
San Francisco, California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Emergency Department Technician II
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Emergency Department Technician II
Kaiser Permanente
San Jose, California
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$45.16 - $47.51/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Charge Nurse - Emergency Department (Departmental Promotional Only)
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Charge Nurse - Emergency Department (Departmental Promotional Only)
County of San Mateo
San Mateo, California
Business Analysis
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$172k.41 - $204k.8/yr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
5,001-10,000

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Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Diego
7 jobs
Simi Valley
6 jobs
Arcadia
5 jobs
San Jose
5 jobs
Fairfield
5 jobs
Reedley
4 jobs
Murrieta
4 jobs
Harbor City
4 jobs
Los Angeles
4 jobs

Emergency Department Registered Nurse Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

  • Adventist Health18
  • Kaiser Permanente15
  • Sharp HealthCare6
  • UCLA Health5
  • Sutter Health4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in emergency department registered nurse jobs across California.

  • Active California Registered Nurse license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing
  • Current BLS and ACLS certification required for emergency department patient care
  • One or more years of acute care or emergency department nursing experience preferred
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree or enrollment in a BSN completion program
  • Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course or PALS certification often required for pediatric emergency units
  • Strong triage assessment skills and experience with electronic health record systems like Epic

Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a emergency department registered nurse in California?

You become an emergency department 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 a license from the California Board of Registered Nursing. Once licensed, most candidates pursue emergency-specific certifications such as BLS, ACLS, and the Trauma Nursing Core Course to strengthen their candidacy for ED roles at California hospitals and trauma centers.

How much do emergency department registered nurses make in California?

Emergency department 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 emergency department registered nurses in California?

Employers hiring emergency department registered nurses in California right now include Adventist Health, Kaiser Permanente, and Sharp HealthCare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's large integrated health systems and county hospital networks tend to post the most consistent volume of emergency department openings across the state.

Which California cities have the most emergency department registered nurse jobs?

San Diego, Simi Valley, and Arcadia have the most emergency department registered nurse openings in California right now. Los Angeles drives the largest share of listings due to its density of Level I trauma centers and county health facilities, while San Francisco and San Diego anchor the Northern California and Southern California markets respectively, each home to major academic medical centers and regional hospital systems that staff large emergency departments year-round.

Are there remote emergency department registered nurse jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Emergency department nursing is hands-on bedside care by nature, so most roles require on-site presence at a hospital or urgent care facility. About 45% of emergency department registered nurse openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be in adjacent functions like triage telephone nursing, case management, or utilization review rather than direct ED floor work.

How can I get hired as a emergency department registered nurse in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is applying to a nurse residency or new graduate program offered by large California health systems such as Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and UC Health, which run structured ED-track residencies designed specifically for newly licensed RNs. Candidates who hold an active California Board of Registered Nursing license, current BLS and ACLS certifications, and clinical hours completed in an emergency or critical care setting during nursing school are consistently prioritized. Starting in a medical-surgical or urgent care role at a California hospital is also a common bridge to an ED position.

Where can I find and apply to emergency department registered nurse jobs in California?

You can find and apply to emergency department registered nurse jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring right now. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to each employer through the listing.

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