82 open RN positions in California right now. Apply free — no recruiter, no fees, direct to facility.
California RNs benefit from some of the strongest mandatory nurse-to-patient ratios in the country — 1:5 in med-surg, 1:2 in ICU. Pay rates reflect that: experienced RNs in LA and the Bay Area regularly clear $90–$120/hr on travel contracts. California also has the most active nursing license applications in the US.
There are currently 82 open positions in California on TheNurs.com. California cities with the most openings right now include Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento, Palo Alto.
California requires nurses to hold a California-issued license. If you're moving here or taking a travel contract, you'll need to apply for endorsement through the California Board of Nursing before you can practice.
Check the California Board of Nursing website for current processing times, fees and CEU requirements for renewal.
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