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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Registered Nurse - OR (Surgical RN with OR and PACU responsibilities) in Fortuna, California. Travel assignment in a rural hospital setting. Start date: 09/21/2026. Duration: Weeks. Shift: 5x8 Days. Weekly pay: $2,589-$2,633 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. This role requires on-call and weekend coverage, with 1 pre-approved time off available upfront. The position involves circulating in the Operating Room and recovering in the PACU, with a patient mix spanning pediatrics through geriatrics. Endoscopy experience is required, and ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications are expected. Active compact-state RN license must be in hand at submission. Orientation is 24 hours. Travel may include floating to nearby facilities as scheduling allows. A maximum of 1 pre-approved time off is allowed upfront. References and documentation will be requested prior to start.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,589-$2,633 per week
- Start date: 09/21/2026
- Shift: 5x8 Days
- Guaranteed hours: not guaranteed
- Orientation: 24 hours
- On-call and holidays: 2 days per week (includes holidays); 3 x 24-hour weekend on-call shifts per month
- Floating: Travel nurses may float to nearby facilities based on scheduling needs
Responsibilities
- Circulate in the OR and provide PACU recovery care, including airway management and continuous monitoring
- Respond to codes and emergencies, maintain patient safety, and ensure proper use of electrosurgical units
- Support perioperative nursing across general surgical cases and maintain sterile technique
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teammates (Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, Unit Secretary) to coordinate care
- Manage a patient population spanning pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
- Document care in the charting system and ensure accurate perioperative records
Requirements
- Active RN license; compact state license in hand at submission
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS
- Experience: Minimum 1 year RN experience; OR and PACU responsibilities; endoscopy experience required
- Education: RN degree (RN licensure demonstrated)
- Ability to work in a rural hospital OR/PACU setting
- On-call requirements: 2 days per week (includes holidays and weekends); 3 weekend on-call shifts per month
- Floating: May be asked to float to nearby facilities
- Other pre-start requirements: Pre-approved time off up-front (RTO); references available (2 references within the last 3 years)
Benefits and Support
- Orientation provided (24 hours)
- Travel assignment with scheduling support for on-call and holiday coverage
- Assignment-specific expectations and documentation completed prior to start
- Ongoing coordination through the staffing team to assist with scheduling and substitutions as needed
Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore other openings, please visit the Hiring Organization URL: https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide
Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
- Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
- Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
- Local contract and per diem opportunities
- Short-term and 13-week travel assignments
Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.
What Makes Healthforce Different
We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.
- Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
- Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
- Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
- 24/7 support while you are on assignment
- Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings
We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals
Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.
- Quick submissions to open jobs
- Access to multiple job options at once
- Flexible assignment locations
- Ongoing support throughout your contract
Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.
Start Your Next Travel Assignment
Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.
Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.
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Registered Nurse - OR (Surgical RN with OR and PACU responsibilities) in Fortuna, California. Travel assignment in a rural hospital setting. Start date: 09/21/2026. Duration: Weeks. Shift: 5x8 Days. Weekly pay: $2,589-$2,633 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. This role requires on-call and weekend coverage, with 1 pre-approved time off available upfront. The position involves circulating in the Operating Room and recovering in the PACU, with a patient mix spanning pediatrics through geriatrics. Endoscopy experience is required, and ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications are expected. Active compact-state RN license must be in hand at submission. Orientation is 24 hours. Travel may include floating to nearby facilities as scheduling allows. A maximum of 1 pre-approved time off is allowed upfront. References and documentation will be requested prior to start.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,589-$2,633 per week
- Start date: 09/21/2026
- Shift: 5x8 Days
- Guaranteed hours: not guaranteed
- Orientation: 24 hours
- On-call and holidays: 2 days per week (includes holidays); 3 x 24-hour weekend on-call shifts per month
- Floating: Travel nurses may float to nearby facilities based on scheduling needs
Responsibilities
- Circulate in the OR and provide PACU recovery care, including airway management and continuous monitoring
- Respond to codes and emergencies, maintain patient safety, and ensure proper use of electrosurgical units
- Support perioperative nursing across general surgical cases and maintain sterile technique
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teammates (Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, Unit Secretary) to coordinate care
- Manage a patient population spanning pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
- Document care in the charting system and ensure accurate perioperative records
Requirements
- Active RN license; compact state license in hand at submission
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS
- Experience: Minimum 1 year RN experience; OR and PACU responsibilities; endoscopy experience required
- Education: RN degree (RN licensure demonstrated)
- Ability to work in a rural hospital OR/PACU setting
- On-call requirements: 2 days per week (includes holidays and weekends); 3 weekend on-call shifts per month
- Floating: May be asked to float to nearby facilities
- Other pre-start requirements: Pre-approved time off up-front (RTO); references available (2 references within the last 3 years)
Benefits and Support
- Orientation provided (24 hours)
- Travel assignment with scheduling support for on-call and holiday coverage
- Assignment-specific expectations and documentation completed prior to start
- Ongoing coordination through the staffing team to assist with scheduling and substitutions as needed
Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore other openings, please visit the Hiring Organization URL: https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide
Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
- Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
- Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
- Local contract and per diem opportunities
- Short-term and 13-week travel assignments
Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.
What Makes Healthforce Different
We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.
- Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
- Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
- Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
- 24/7 support while you are on assignment
- Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings
We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals
Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.
- Quick submissions to open jobs
- Access to multiple job options at once
- Flexible assignment locations
- Ongoing support throughout your contract
Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.
Start Your Next Travel Assignment
Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.
Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.
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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
- American Traveler15
- Sutter Health10
- Adventist Health9
- DaVita8
- CommonSpirit Health7
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services15
- Insurance3
- Education1
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 American Traveler, Sutter Health, and Adventist Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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, San Diego, and Sacramento 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 30% of registered nurse openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 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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