RN Jobs in Sacramento, CA

Registered Nurses (RN) play a pivotal role in the nursing industry, providing critical care and support to patients across a variety of healthcare settings. These professionals are responsible for assessing patient conditions, recording medical histories, administering treatments, performing diagnostic tests, and educating patients on their illnesses or injuries. RNs are also essential in implementing and evaluating patient care plans, communicating with healthcare teams, and advocating for patient rights. They may specialize in various areas such as critical care, pediatrics, or geriatrics.

Before becoming a RN, a person may have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or a Medical Assistant (MA). These positions provide valuable experience and insight into the nursing profession. To become a RN, individuals must earn a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in nursing. They must then pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become licensed. Additional certifications and skills RNs should have include Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Critical thinking, communication, empathy, and attention to detail are also vital skills for this role.

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Registered Nurse (Hybrid/Remote)

  • New Horizons Care Coordinators
  • Citrus Heights, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Citrus Heights, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. 2. Reliable Transportation and valid driver’s license and insurance 3....

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California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS)

Registered Nurse Multiple CA Locations Hiring!

  • California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS)
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Position: Registered Nurse – Multiple CA Locations Hiring!...

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Travel CVOR RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 17 days ago

Travel CVOR Registered Nurse Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Sacramento, California Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled CVOR RN for a 13-week travel assignment...

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Connection Center Triage RN

  • Common Spirit
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Nurse scope of practice is essential Preferred Bachelors Of Science Nursing One (1) or more years of telephone/ call center triage nurse experience Familiarity with an electronic practice management...

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Registered Nurse, Cardiology, Electrophysiology Clinic

  • Sutter Health
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE RN-Registered Nurse of California BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 2 years recent relevant experience SKILLS...

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Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit ( PACU) and Same Day Surgery ( SDSU)

  • Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
  • Mather, CA (11 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Mather, CA (11 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience required Nurse I - Level III Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning Self-directed...

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Registered Nurse II, Operating Room

  • Sutter Health
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Job Description : EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing OR RN license evidences completion of a RN program CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: RN-Registered Nurse for the state where care is...

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Registered Nurse

  • DaVita
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

DaVita is seeking an RN to provide dialysis care in a hospital setting for patients with end-stage renal disease and chronic kidney conditions....

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Endoscopy - Endo RN - Travel Nurse

  • Travel Nurse Across America
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago

The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements....

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Travel Registered Nurse RN Intensive Care Unit ICU

  • OneStaffMedical
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

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Travel Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery (L&D)

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel RN Labor & Delivery Shift: Nights / 7p-7:30a, 123, 36 hrs per week Length: 13 weeks Requirements: CA License 1-year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time...

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Travel Clinic RN (976066)

  • Titan Medical Group
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Travel Clinic RN Location: Sacramento, CA, United States Start date: 06-29-2026 Assignment length: 10 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous travel experience is not required Job type...

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Procedure Coordinator RN

  • Common Spirit Health
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will be a pivotal healthcare professional, delivering compassionate, high-quality care that truly impacts our patients' well-being and...

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Registered Nurse II, Infusion

  • Sutter Health
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description : EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing OR RN license evidences completion of an RN program CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: RN-Registered Nurse for the state where care is...

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Adult Daycare RN

  • Common Spirit Health
  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Inform RN Supervisor of any changes in participant conditions in a timely manner....

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Salary for RN Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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Highest Education Level

RNs in Sacramento, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.4%
Associate's Degree
24.1%
Master's Degree
16.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
High School or GED
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by RNs in Sacramento, CA
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%


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