Registered Nurse Jobs in California
Registered Nurse jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong and sustained demand across major hospital systems, trauma centers, ambulatory surgery centers, and skilled nursing facilities, covering every level from new graduate to seasoned charge nurse. The busiest hiring metros are Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where large systems such as Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center maintain a consistent presence. Critical care, emergency nursing, and labor and delivery are the specialties seeing the heaviest recruitment statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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RNs in Bakersfield: Ready to Elevate Your Nursing Career Beyond the Bedside? Start your next chapter with $88K–$92K base pay, $5K annual bonus, weekly pay, and unbeatable benefits!
RN Clinical Supervisor - Home Health
Salary Range: $88,000 – $92,000 + $5,000 Annual Bonus Potential
Maxim Healthcare is seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Nurse to join our team as a Clinical Supervisor. This unique role blends clinical expertise with administrative leadership, offering a dynamic and fulfilling career path.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
- Balanced Responsibilities: Combine hands-on clinical oversight with meaningful administrative duties.
- Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with regular business hours.
- Long-Term Impact: Build lasting relationships with patients, families, and caregivers.
- Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative team that values your contributions and fosters growth.
- Educational Leadership: Share your knowledge by training and mentoring new nurses.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary with quarterly bonus potential
- Weekly Paychecks for financial consistency
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan to secure your future
- Recognition Programs to celebrate your impact
- Expense Reimbursement: Mileage and cell phone, plus flexible scheduling post-training
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee clinical care from admission through discharge
- Manage care delivery and supervise personnel
- Conduct caregiver orientation and competency evaluations
- Lead training, education, and skill development initiatives
- Perform both office-based and field duties, including home visits
Qualifications
- Active RN license (in applicable state)
- Minimum 1 year of RN experience preferred
- Supervisory experience is a plus
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer use
- Team-oriented with excellent customer service abilities
Take the Next Step in Your Career
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact while enjoying variety, flexibility, and professional growth, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of a team where your dedication is recognized and your expertise truly matters.
Maxim Benefits:
Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
Retirement and Financial Security:
Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account, 401(k) + Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short and Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal benefits
Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays, Transportation Benefits, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program and Employee Discount Program
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare
Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Registered Nurse Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- DaVita97

- AHMC Healthcare89

- Prime Healthcare Services70

- Kindred Hospitals40

- Fresenius Medical Care39

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services673
- Education77
- Insurance54
- Consulting & Professional Services25
- Technology & Software22
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse jobs across California.
- Active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the California Board of Registered Nursing
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited program
- Current BLS certification and, for critical or acute care roles, ACLS certification
- Minimum one to two years of acute care or specialty clinical experience for most hospital roles
- Strong proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple patients and collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams
Registered Nurse Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered nurse in California?
To become a registered nurse in California, you must graduate from an accredited nursing program, either an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, then pass the NCLEX-RN exam. After passing, you apply for licensure through the California Board of Registered Nursing, which reviews your transcripts, fingerprints, and application before issuing your California RN license. The California Board of Registered Nursing is the sole licensing authority for the state.
How much do registered nurses make in California?
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 registered nurses in California?
Employers hiring registered nurses in California right now include DaVita, AHMC Healthcare, and Prime Healthcare Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's size and the concentration of large integrated health systems mean that hiring is consistent across the year, with acute care hospitals and multi-site networks accounting for the majority of open positions.
Which California cities have the most registered nurse jobs?
Los Angeles, Fresno, and San Diego have the most registered nurse openings in California. Los Angeles and San Diego benefit from dense networks of academic medical centers, trauma hospitals, and specialty care facilities, while San Francisco and its surrounding Bay Area communities support demand through large integrated systems and a robust outpatient sector that pulls nurses into both hospital and clinic settings.
Are there remote registered nurse jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Registered nursing is primarily a hands-on, bedside role, so fully remote positions represent only a small portion of the overall market. About 4% of registered nurse openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those that exist tend to be concentrated in telephonic triage, case management, and utilization review functions.
How can I get hired as a registered nurse in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a new graduate residency program, and California's largest health systems run structured ones designed specifically for nurses without clinical experience. Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and UCSF Health all offer new-grad residency tracks that provide supervised orientation across specialty units. Applying as a patient care technician or nursing assistant in a California hospital first is another route that builds documented clinical exposure and puts your application in front of hiring managers internally.
Where can I find and apply to registered nurse jobs in California?
You can find and apply to registered nurse jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to California employers across hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and specialty facilities. Find roles that match your experience and specialty and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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