Registered Nurses Jobs Pay in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $76.70 – $84.37
Average Annual Pay
Range: $159,536 – $175,490
How much do Registered Nurses make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$68.46/hr
Range: $65.20 – $71.71
Annual Rate
$142,386
Range: $135,606 – $149,167
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$80.54/hr
Range: $76.70 – $84.37
Annual Rate
$167,513
Range: $159,536 – $175,490
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$92.62/hr
Range: $88.20 – $97.03
Annual Rate
$192,640
Range: $183,466 – $201,813
Registered Nurses job description
Registered Nurses professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
