Per diemPosted 23 days ago
Registered Nurse MedSurg PRN
Banner Health · Susanville, CA
$40.57–$67.61/ hour
Registered Nurse jobs in Susanville, CA
Registered Nurses in California earn a median of $67.47 per hour, about $140,330 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $57.55 and $82.79. That is 50% above the U.S. median of $45.00 per hour. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Susanville. The free report below lists employers near Susanville and what they pay.
- $67.47median pay per hour, California
- $58–$83typical range per hour
- 3open roles with published pay
Open Registered Nurse roles in Susanville
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Registered Nurse Emergency Department
Banner Health · Susanville, CA
$42.56–$70.93/ hour
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Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
PRN Registered Nurse Emergency Department
Banner Health · Susanville, CA
$42.56–$70.93/ hour
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Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 326,720 registered nurses employed in California.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $48.14 | $100,130 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $57.55 | $119,700 | 28% above U.S. median |
| Median | $67.47 | $140,330 | 50% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $82.79 | $172,200 | 84% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $100.42 | $208,870 | 123% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
Estimate your Susanville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,429
- Per year: $121,446
- Per month: $10,120
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for California. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Susanville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel registered nurse assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Susanville
CMS lists 1 hospital in Susanville, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Lassen Medical Center Susanville, CA | Critical access | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Lassen County
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Lassen County (5 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 20 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Registered Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NV | 74 mi | $49.82/hr | 281,714 |
| Sparks, NV | 77 mi | $49.82/hr | 111,520 |
| Chico, CA | 78 mi | $68.14/hr | 102,911 |
| Redding, CA | 92 mi | $60.09/hr | 93,502 |
| Carson City, NV | 100 mi | $47.88/hr | 58,148 |
| Yuba City, CA | 105 mi | $69.34/hr | 69,148 |
Registered Nurse jobs in California · Registered Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in California
California is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the California board for a license by endorsement before working here.
California taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Susanville city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do registered nurses make in Susanville, CA?
Registered Nurses in California have a median pay of $67.47 per hour, about $140,330 a year. The middle half earn between $57.55 and $82.79 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Who is hiring registered nurses in Susanville?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Susanville. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Susanville.
Do I need a California license to work in Susanville as a registered nurse?
California is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the California board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Susanville in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Lassen County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Susanville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Susanville is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered nurses in Susanville?
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Your RN pay reportSusanville, CA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Banner HealthSusanville, CA · 3 postings$56.75/ hr$41–$71
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 3 postings$108.25/ hr$94–$123
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 16 postings$106.18/ hr$59–$119
- Stanford Children's HealthPALO ALTO, CA · 8 postings$103.75/ hr$90–$113
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$50Median$66.48High$79
536 RN postings with published pay in California, 518 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 536 RN roles
- RN Float PoolPer diem$103.83–$112.14/ hour
- RN Physical RehabilitationPer diem$103.83–$112.14/ hour
+ 534 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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