Healthcare · San Jose, CA

Registered Nurse jobs in San Jose, 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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$41–$83/hr
Typical pay range
$121k
Median, full-time
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Registered Nurse - Skilled Nursing Facility

Herman Healthcare Center · San Jose, CA
$50 - $54 per hour

family company providing healthcare services including skilled nursing, assisted living and senior living communities. We believe... ...We are looking for Full-Time PM shift and On-Call all shift Registered Nurse (RN). R…

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

LifeStance Health · San Jose, CA
$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…

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Registered Nurse (RN), Home Health - San Jose

Focus Health · San Jose, CA · Full-time, Part-time

values communication and support Motivated by meaningful, one-on-one patient care Qualifications Graduate of an accredited nursing program (RN) Active state RN license and current CPR certification Minimum 1 year of clin…

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Locum CRNA

77 consultants · Santa Clara, CA · Temporary

**Position Overview: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)** - **Coverage Duration:** Immediate start pending credentialing, with a commitment of 6 months but potential for extensions into the following year. - *…

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PAs & AP Nursing, CRNA

77 consultants · Santa Clara, CA · Temporary
$320 - $340 per month

Description 77 Consultants is actively seeking PAs & AP Nursing, CRNA professionals to join our esteemed medical practice in Santa Clara. This contract position offers a unique opportunity to work on-site, providing crit…

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What registered nurses earn in San Jose

Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives

ExperienceHourlyAnnual, full-time
Entry level $41–$52 $86k–$108k
Mid level $52–$65 $108k–$135k
Senior $63–$83 $131k–$172k

Adjusted for the San Jose 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

01 Graduate Nurse
02 Registered Nurse
03 Charge Nurse
04 Nurse Manager
05 Director of Nursing
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