Telemetry RN Jobs in California
Telemetry RN jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in acute care hospitals, cardiac step-down units, and integrated health systems serving one of the largest patient populations in the United States, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior charge nurse. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the top hiring metros, anchored by large systems such as Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. The most in-demand specialties are cardiac monitoring, progressive care, and post-surgical step-down nursing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Desert Valley Hospital is an accredited 148-bed acute care hospital located in Southern California. Desert Valley Hospital is in the top 5% of more than 4,500 hospitals nationwide for clinical performance. The hospital has achieved numerous quality award distinctions including Patient Safety Excellence Award, Women’s Health Excellence Award and Distinguished Hospital Clinical Excellence Award. Desert Valley Hospital, along with Desert Valley Medical Group, offers key services to the community including heart care, emergency services, labor and delivery, surgical services and more. Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community!
Why Prime Healthcare? Desert Valley Hospital, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Desert Valley Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to:
- Paid Time Off
- 401K retirement plan
- Outstanding Medical
- Dental
- Vision Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Many more Voluntary Benefit Options!
Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time. This is a Fast-paced work environment in which you can take pride in serving an underserved community. Come Join a Team of Dedicated Healthcare Workers!!!
Responsibilities:
The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the Med/Surg/Telemetry Unit. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to their assigned patients. They communicate with the physician about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
- Current and valid state RN License.
- Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
- Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
- Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
- Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
- Ventilator Management experience preferred.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
PAY TRANSPARENCY:
Desert Valley Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $44.00 to $62.49. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status: Full Time
Shift: Nights
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Privacy Notice for California Applicants: https://www.primehealthcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Notice-at-Collection-and-Privacy-Policy-for-California-Job-Applicants.pdf
Overview:
Desert Valley Hospital is an accredited 148-bed acute care hospital located in Southern California. Desert Valley Hospital is in the top 5% of more than 4,500 hospitals nationwide for clinical performance. The hospital has achieved numerous quality award distinctions including Patient Safety Excellence Award, Women’s Health Excellence Award and Distinguished Hospital Clinical Excellence Award. Desert Valley Hospital, along with Desert Valley Medical Group, offers key services to the community including heart care, emergency services, labor and delivery, surgical services and more. Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community!
Why Prime Healthcare? Desert Valley Hospital, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Desert Valley Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to:
- Paid Time Off
- 401K retirement plan
- Outstanding Medical
- Dental
- Vision Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Many more Voluntary Benefit Options!
Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time. This is a Fast-paced work environment in which you can take pride in serving an underserved community. Come Join a Team of Dedicated Healthcare Workers!!!
Responsibilities:
The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the Med/Surg/Telemetry Unit. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to their assigned patients. They communicate with the physician about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
- Current and valid state RN License.
- Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
- Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
- Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
- Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
- Ventilator Management experience preferred.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
PAY TRANSPARENCY:
Desert Valley Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $44.00 to $62.49. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status: Full Time
Shift: Nights
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
PRIVACY NOTICE:
Privacy Notice for California Applicants: https://www.primehealthcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Notice-at-Collection-and-Privacy-Policy-for-California-Job-Applicants.pdf
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Telemetry RN Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- AHMC Healthcare2
- Trinity Health2
- Community Health System1
- Kaweah Health1
- Prime Healthcare Foundation-Southern Regional1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services8
- Education1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in telemetry RN jobs across California.
- Active California Registered Nurse license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing
- Current Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider such as the American Heart Association
- Hands-on experience interpreting continuous cardiac rhythms and telemetry waveforms
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required for most progressive care and step-down positions
- Minimum one to two years of acute care or med-surg experience preferred by most California hospital employers
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner commonly used across California health systems
Telemetry RN Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a telemetry rn in California?
You become a telemetry rn in California by completing an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, passing the NCLEX-RN, and obtaining an active California Registered Nurse license through the California Board of Registered Nursing. California does not participate in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an active California-issued license is required regardless of where you trained. Most employers additionally expect Basic Life Support certification and prefer candidates with acute care clinical experience.
How much do telemetry RNs make in California?
Telemetry RNs 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 telemetry rns in California?
Employers hiring telemetry rns in California right now include AHMC Healthcare, Trinity Health, and Community Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's size and its dense concentration of nonprofit integrated systems, county hospitals, and for-profit health networks mean hiring is consistent across the state year-round rather than concentrated in isolated hiring cycles.
Which California cities have the most telemetry rn jobs?
Fresno, Monterey Park, and Inglewood have the most telemetry rn openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its sheer volume of major academic medical centers, county hospitals, and large integrated systems, while San Francisco and San Diego draw strong demand from teaching hospitals, research institutions, and the regional health systems that anchor those metropolitan corridors.
Are there remote telemetry rn jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Telemetry nursing is an inherently hands-on role requiring direct patient monitoring at the bedside, so the vast majority of positions are fully on-site. About 0% of telemetry rn openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The small fraction of remote-adjacent roles typically involve telephonic triage, remote cardiac monitoring interpretation, or care coordination functions that do not require physical patient contact.
How can I get hired as a telemetry rn in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new graduate residency programs, which large California systems such as Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and UC Health campuses run specifically for nurses without acute care experience. These programs place new graduates into step-down or progressive care units with structured precepted orientation. Candidates who have completed a med-surg or cardiac rotation during nursing school and hold a current California Board of Registered Nursing license and BLS certification are best positioned. Lateral movement from a certified nursing assistant or patient care technician role within the same hospital is another proven route.
Where can I find and apply to telemetry rn jobs in California?
You can find and apply to telemetry rn jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring. Find roles that fit your experience level and preferred location and apply directly through the listings.
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