NP Jobs in California
NP jobs in California represent one of the most active advanced practice markets in the country, concentrated in primary care, psychiatry, and acute care settings across large health systems, community health centers, and specialty clinics, with openings at every level from new-graduate to lead practitioner. The heaviest hiring activity is in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where employers such as Kaiser Permanente, UCLA Health, and Dignity Health maintain large NP workforces. Psychiatric mental health and family practice are consistently the most in-demand specialties statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Palliative Nurse Practitioner – Ontario, CA
Supportive Care Specialist Group
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Day Shift
Supportive Care Specialist Group is seeking a compassionate Palliative Nurse Practitioner to join our growing clinical team serving primarily geriatric patients in hospital and LTAC settings. This role offers strong clinical autonomy, a supportive multidisciplinary environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients and families.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting at $155,000 annually + productivity potential
- Flexible weekday daytime schedule
- Occasional phone-based on-call and limited weekend coverage
- Medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, and paid time off
- Administrative and clinical support to reduce workload
Responsibilities
- Daily rounding split between acute care hospital and LTAC
- Provide palliative care primarily for geriatric patients
- Support patients and families through complex care decisions
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation
Qualifications
- Active Family Nurse Practitioner license (California)
- Minimum 2 years inpatient hospital experience + 2 years primary care experience
- Strong communication skills and compassionate bedside manner
- Ability to work independently with a patient-centered approach
- Vietnamese speaking is a plus
Training & Support
- Structured onboarding and clinician shadowing
- Ongoing supervision from board-certified palliative physicians
- Support staff including social workers, chaplains, and office team assistance
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Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Day shift | Monday–Friday | Some flexibility required
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Tenured
Pay: From $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Nurse Practitioner: 1 year (Required)
- Inpatient: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
NP Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Sutter Health11
- LifeStance Health8
- Kaiser Permanente7
- Planned Parenthood7
- UCSF Health5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
- Insurance
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in NP jobs across California.
- Active California NP furnishing license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing
- Current national NP certification from AANP or ANCC in the relevant specialty area
- Valid California Registered Nurse license in good standing required alongside NP authorization
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program
- Current DEA registration and California furnishing number for roles with prescriptive authority
- BLS and ACLS certification required for acute care, urgent care, and emergency NP positions
NP Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an NP in California?
To become an NP in California, you must first hold a California Registered Nurse license, then complete an accredited master's or doctoral NP program, pass a national certification exam through AANP or ANCC, and apply to the California Board of Registered Nursing for NP and furnishing authorization. California requires a separate furnishing number to prescribe medications, which is applied for through the Board of Registered Nursing alongside your NP authorization.
Which companies hire NPs in California?
Employers hiring NPs in California right now include Sutter Health, LifeStance Health, and Kaiser Permanente, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's scale and its large integrated health systems mean NP demand is spread across hospital-based practices, large medical groups, and federally qualified health centers serving diverse urban and rural communities.
Which California cities have the most NP jobs?
Sacramento, Los Angeles, and San Diego have the most NP openings in California. Los Angeles and the Bay Area generate the highest volume because of their dense concentration of academic medical centers, large multispecialty groups, and community health networks, while San Diego's strong military and veterans' healthcare infrastructure adds consistent demand for advanced practice roles in primary and behavioral health care.
Are there remote NP jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. NP work is predominantly hands-on and patient-facing, so most positions require on-site presence. About 33% of NP openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those roles are concentrated in telehealth primary care, psychiatric evaluations, and chronic disease management where video visits are clinically appropriate and widely accepted by California insurers.
How can I get hired as an NP in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path for new NPs in California is applying directly to new-graduate NP residency or fellowship programs, which Kaiser Permanente, UCSF Health, and several large county health systems run specifically for new graduates without post-certification experience. Targeting federally qualified health centers and community clinics in underserved areas is also effective, as these organizations are accustomed to onboarding new NPs and often offer loan repayment incentives. Completing your clinical hours in California during your NP program and obtaining your California furnishing number before graduation gives you a meaningful edge.
Where can I find and apply to NP jobs in California?
You can find and apply to NP jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to California employers and locations. Search the listings for roles that match your specialty and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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