$50 - $54 per hour
Windward Life Care is seeking a part-time, temporary (through 10/30/2026) Registered Nurse Care Manager to help our clients live safely at home. We are honored to be a San Diego Union-Tribune Top Workplaces award winner…
Healthcare · San Diego, CA
Registered Nurse jobs in San Diego, CA
Registered nurses assess patients, administer medications, and coordinate care in hospitals, clinics, and home settings. They work with physicians and families to carry out treatment plans.
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$35–$71/hr
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$104k
Median, full-time
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$20 - $23 per hour
Hiring for all regions in San Diego Immediately! Competitive Pay $$$ Pay range $20-23 an hour depending on experience and other factors Job Benefits Weekly pay Flexible hours Career growth opportunities Unlimited referra…
$44.79 - $49.29 per hour
LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting multiple Medical-Surgical Nurses to support the VA San Diego Healthcare System located at 3350... ...service programs Qualifications Completion of an accredited Registered Nurse acad…
Have active HCA Must have work physical and TB test Must complete all orientation training within 2 weeks of hire date Eligible to be paid up to $20 an hour Benefits ~ Weekly pay ~ Overtime available up to $30 per hour ~…
written and spoken English ~ Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited... ...'s level degree in Nursing may have opportunity to become registered as a nurs…
$200k - $250k
Locations: Options throughout the region to minimize commute Ideal Candidate PMHNP certified At least 1 year of independent psych Nurse Practitioner experience Licensed in California DEA license Passionate about deliveri…
Job Description Job Description Registered Nurse (RN) Shift: AM, PM, NOC Position: Full & Part-time $7,500 SIGN-ON BONUS Abby Gardens Healthcare Center, a 99 bed 4 star skilled nursing facility, is looking for a RN Super…
$23 - $35 per hour
Veterinary Specialty Hospital (VSH) is looking for a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our Overnight Intermediate Care/Patient Care Team . About Veterinary Specialty Hospital: At VSH our mission is to advance the v…
$56.82 - $61.75 per hour
Overview Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting multiple ICU Registered Nurses to support the VA San Diego Healthcare System located at 3350 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92161. Multiple…
Job title: Pediatrician, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with Pediatric Experience Job ID:0325-001 Job Type:Full/Part Time Date Last Updated: 03/07/25 Job Description: Federally Qualified Health Cente…
$50.6 - $59.8 per hour
Type: Neonatal San Diego , CA SkyBridge Healthcare is currently seeking Registered Nurse with Neonatal experience for a 13-week contract in CA. SkyBridge Healthcare is a premier staffing firm dedicated to matching outsta…
NEEDED TO APPLY: * MUST have at least 3 months of professional experience working as a caregiver; * MUST be, or willing to register as a California Home Care Aide (HCA); * MUST be able to clear a criminal background chec…
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What registered nurses earn in San Diego
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $35–$44 | $73k–$92k |
| Mid level | $44–$56 | $92k–$116k |
| Senior | $54–$71 | $112k–$148k |
Adjusted for the San Diego market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Patient assessmentMedication administrationElectronic health records (EHR)IV therapyCare planningBLS/ACLS certificationPatient educationClear documentationCalm under pressure
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Tell me about a time you caught a medication error before it reached a patient.
Walk through the situation factually: what you noticed, how you verified it, and who you escalated to. Emphasize the double-check habit, not blame.
How do you prioritize when several patients need you at once?
Describe a triage framework, such as airway and vital signs first, then time-sensitive medications. A concrete example from a busy shift lands better than theory.
Describe a difficult interaction with a patient's family and how you handled it.
Show that you listened first, acknowledged their fear, and set clear expectations. End with what the outcome was for the patient.
How do you handle a disagreement with a physician about a patient's care?
Employers want respectful advocacy. Describe stating your observation with data, asking questions, and using the chain of command when needed.
What do you do to prevent burnout on demanding units?
Be honest and specific: boundaries around shifts, debriefing with colleagues, or supervision. Self-awareness reads as maturity, not weakness.
How do you keep documentation accurate at the end of a long shift?
Mention charting in real time where possible and reviewing before handoff. Tie it to patient safety and legal accuracy rather than habit.
Why did you choose this specialty or unit?
Connect a real clinical experience to the unit's patient population. Interviewers are checking fit and staying power, not passion statements.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For registered nurses specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your RN license state, number status, and compact-state eligibility near the top, along with BLS, ACLS, or PALS certifications.
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Name the unit types and patient ratios you have worked, such as med-surg with 1:5 or ICU with 1:2, so recruiters can place you quickly.
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Quantify clinical scope: beds on the unit, EHR systems used (Epic, Cerner), and any charge nurse or preceptor shifts.
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Include specialty certifications like CCRN or CMSRN and the year earned; they often filter first-round screening.
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If you are a recent graduate, lead with clinical rotations, hours, and the settings where you trained.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Graduate Nurse
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Registered Nurse
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Charge Nurse
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Nurse Manager
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