From 2 postings · Employer research Aug 2, 2026
The short version
Providence St. Joseph Hospital Eureka in Eureka, California. The town’s average commute is about thirteen minutes, so getting to work does not usually eat a large part of your day.
Employer research, Aug 2, 2026
Who it fits
Not a fit
- New grads: all 2 roles ask for nursing experienceNew grad jobs near Eureka
The hard parts
Locals note housing prices feel very high relative to limited jobs and wages that are not especially competitive, including for nursing roles.
Housing costs feel high relative to local jobs and wages
Employer research, Aug 2, 2026
Nursing wages locally described as not especially competitive
Employer research, Aug 2, 2026
No usable posted pay data for this hospital in our set
Employer research, Aug 2, 2026
What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What is the usual patient load, and how often do nurses float?
Living in Eureka, CA
Eureka sits on California's far northern coast amid redwood forests and Victorian architecture. This small port city offers a slower pace, foggy ocean air, and frontier charm—a world away from Southern California's sprawl. Nurses who crave rugged coastline, tight-knit community living, and outdoor adventure will find Eureka a distinctive, off-the-grid relocation choice.
Browse roles in Eureka- State price level · California
- 11% above the national average
- State index 110.7 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $1,195/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $57,662/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Common questions
Does Providence St. Joseph Hospital Eureka hire new grads?
All 2 roles ask for nursing experience, and none says it welcomes new grads.
Which shifts are open?
Of the 2 roles with a stated shift, 2 are night shifts.
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to Providence St. Joseph Hospital Eureka, and we tell you what happens next.
Current openings at Providence St. Joseph Hospital Eureka
RN - Progress Care - FT Night
Posted 5 days ago
- RN
- Night shift
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