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Registered Nurse (RN) Salary in Visalia, CA

How much does the average Registered Nurse (RN) make in Visalia, CA?


The average salary for a Registered Nurse (RN) in Visalia, CA is between $64,670 and $116,303 as of April 01, 2025. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the actual Registered Nurse (RN) position you are looking for. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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$116,303
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What is a Registered Nurse (RN)?

A registered nurse cares for patients in various settings including hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, schools, and physician's offices. Nurses work together with other medical professionals to administer treatments and to monitor and record the condition of patients as they are treated. Nurses are also educators, helping patients and their families understand the treatments and medications they are receiving. Nurses may have specialized skills and training required to care for different populations of patients for example pediatrics, critical care, cardiology, or surgery.


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Registered Nurse (RN)

What degree or educational requirements does a registered nurse need?

Registered nurses may have either an associate's degree, (ADN), or a bachelor's degree (BSN). Courses in biology, anatomy, psychology, pharmacology, and statistics are standard. Clinical work is also part of the curriculum for either degree. In addition to the completion of a degree program, to become a registered nurse the rigorous National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) must be passed before a license from the state is granted.

What are the best schools offering nursing programs?

Some of the schools with top-rated nursing programs are University of Pennsylvania, Emory University, University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Villanova University, Saint Louis University, University of Portland, Georgetown University, Duke University, New York University, and Northeastern University. For the ADN program, community colleges are the best choice. There are also programs for those individuals who already have a Bachelor's degree in another major that offer an accelerated track to a BSN as well as programs for practicing RN's to achieve the BSN. The Mass General Institute of Health Professions offers one of those programs. A general hiring trend for registered nurses is that more employers are preferring or even requiring the BSN degree. Increasing the demand for those programs.

Are registered nurses in demand?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook (BLS), employment of registered nurses, in general, is projected to grow about 15 percent from 2016 to 2026. The demand for registered nurses will be strong as the population ages and more healthcare services become available, and older nurses retire.

What jobs are similar to or related to a registered nurse?

Nursing management roles such as nurse leader, charge nurse, head nurse, nursing officer. Nursing educators are sometimes referred to as preceptor, which is a practicing nurse that also educates and mentors new nurses. Clinical nurse specialist is nurses with advanced degrees in a specialty.

Where can I find more information about registered nurse training and career opportunities?


MGH Institute of Health Professions
National Council of State Boards of Nursing
American Nurses Association
American Society of Registered Nurses
National Student Nurses's Association

What is the working environment for a registered nurse?

A registered nurse typically works in a clinical setting such as a hospital, or a care facility like a nursing home, rehabilitation or out patient clinic. Nurses may also work in doctor's offices. Some nurses might visit patients in a home setting. It is typical for registered nurses working a hospital to work various shifts as patient care is delivered 24 hours a day.

Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs

Job Openings for Registered Nurse (RN) in Visalia, CA
RN Registered Nurse
Rainelle Healthcare Center - RAINELLE , WV
A DEEPER COMPASSION, FOR A HIGHER PURPOSE. Nurses are at the heart of our world-class, patient-centered standard of care. Day in and day out, they go the extra
- 10 days ago
RN Registered Nurse
Wayne Healthcare Center - WAYNE , WV
A DEEPER COMPASSION, FOR A HIGHER PURPOSE. Nurses are at the heart of our world-class, patient-centered standard of care. Day in and day out, they go the extra
- 13 days ago
RN Registered Nurse, PRN
Beckley Healthcare Center - BECKLEY , WV
A DEEPER COMPASSION, FOR A HIGHER PURPOSE. Nurses are at the heart of our world-class, patient-centered standard of care. Day in and day out, they go the extra
- 14 days ago
Registered Nurse RN
Belleville Healthcare & Rehab Center - BELLEVILLE , KS
Registered Nurse RN. We are looking for the best Registered Nurse (RNs) to provide exceptional care to our residents. we offer competetive wages based on expier
- 14 days ago
Registered Nurse RN - Endoscopy
Carilion Clinic - ROANOKE , VA
As a registered nurse, you are expected to consistently deliver the best in care and customer service and demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in
- 14 days ago
RN Registered Nurse, PRN
Pleasant Valley Healthcare Center - POINT PLEASANT , WV
A DEEPER COMPASSION, FOR A HIGHER PURPOSE. Nurses are at the heart of our world-class, patient-centered standard of care. Day in and day out, they go the extra
- 12 days ago