Employer
DAVITA
Registered Nurse
Santa Maria, California
$43–$60/hr
Posted pay
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Posted Jul 28, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 29, 2026
What the posting states
- Base pay
- $43–$60/hr
About this role
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Requirements
- Current RN license in the state of practice
- ADN required; BSN preferred
- ICU, CCU, ER, or Med/Surg experience helpful but not required
- CNN/CDN certification (preferred)
- Must pass a color vision test (accommodations available)
- Full vaccination against COVID-19 may be required by hospitals in this program
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) match
- Paid time off
- PTO cash-out
- Parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program
About the employer
DaVita is a leading kidney care company specializing in dialysis treatment and related clinical services, operating outpatient dialysis clinics across the United States. The Chester, VA location is one of DaVita's many outpatient dialysis facilities where registered nurses deliver hemodialysis…
What reviewers appreciate
- Strong sense of community and belonging ('Village' culture)
- Clear sense of purpose and mission-driven work in kidney care
- Dialysis training provided for nurses new to nephrology
What reviewers flag
- Employees cite fair pay as an area for improvement
- Management rated lowest among sub-categories at 2.8/5 on Indeed
- Trust in colleagues noted as an area for improvement
Living in Santa Maria, CA
Santa Maria sits in California's Central Coast wine country, offering a small-town feel with year-round mild weather and easy access to beaches. The area is known for its agricultural roots, local wineries, and signature Santa Maria-style barbecue. Out-of-state RNs will find a slower-paced community within driving distance of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara.
- Metro price level · Santa Maria area
- 108.8
- 9% above the national average
- Median gross rent
- $1,925/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
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- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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