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Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) Salary in California

How much does a Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) in California is $81,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Nurse Care Coordinator (RN)'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,107
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,600 to $99,900
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,131
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Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $99,900 $8,325 $1,921 $48
Average $81,000 $6,750 $1,558 $39
25th Percentile $70,600 $5,883 $1,358 $34
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Key Factors That Influence Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) Salaries

A Nurse Care Coordinator (RN)'s salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Nurse Care Coordinator (RN)'s salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) (2-4 years): $80,941
  • Senior Patient Care/Case Management Nurse Manager (4-7 years): $104,745
  • Care Coordination Manager (7+ years): $127,556
  • Director of Case Management Services (7+ years): $200,345
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Nurse Care Coordinator (RN)2-4 years$80,941
Senior Patient Care/Case Management Nurse Manager4-7 years$104,745
Care Coordination Manager7+ years$127,556
Director of Case Management Services7+ years$200,345
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Top Paying Cities for Nurse Care Coordinator (RN)s

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $81,100
  • West Hollywood: $81,100
  • Dodgertown: $81,100

Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $87,259. While startup companies pay approximate $74,078.

Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$74,078
Growth Stage51~500$78,284
Established501~5000$84,319
Enterprise5000+$87,259

Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Nurse Care Coordinator (RN)

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$89,100$43.010%
Insurance$89,100$43.010%

Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Nurse Care Coordinator (RN)'s annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Nurse Care Coordinator (RN), the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Senior Patient Care/Case Management Nurse Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $104,800 - a projected growth of 29% over your current level.

Find Your Next Nurse Care Coordinator (RN) Job

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    Los Angeles, CA

    Maximum Palliative Care And Hospice | Los Angeles, CA

    Job Description. Job Description. Maximum is hiring a Nurse Care coordinator in the office to work full time monday to friday. Main job duties is to coordi... more

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  • Alta Gardens Care Center

    Garden Grove, CA

    Alta Gardens Care Center | Garden Grove, CA

    Registered Nurse (RN) / Wound Care Nurse. Are you ready to make a difference in healthcare. We are currently seeking a Registered Nurse (RN)/ RN wound trea... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Clinical Management Consultants

    Avenal, CA

    Clinical Management Consultants | Avenal, CA

    Acute Care RN Opportunity. Step into an exciting Acute Care RN opportunity to advance a nursing career in a dynamic, patient-centered environment where com... more

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  • Careers Integrated Resources Inc

    San Leandro, CA

    Careers Integrated Resources Inc | San Leandro, CA

    Wound Care Coordinator. Manages facility wound care program including standards of care and practice related to wound, ostomy, and continence patient care ... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Chenega Corporation

    San Diego, CA

    Chenega Corporation | San Diego, CA

    ADVANCED CHENEGA SERVICES, LLC. San Diego Naval Medical Center. The Vision Care Coordinator provides onsite support for the coordination of vision health c... more

    24 Days Ago

  • Vibra Healthcare

    Redding, CA

    Vibra Healthcare | Redding, CA

    RN Registered Nurse RN Full Time Days Critical Care 10K RN. Come build your career with Vibra Healthcare. We are seeking Registered Nurses to join our team... more

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