Licensed Vocational Nurse (Safety)
Authorized salary ranges
| Range | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| A | $3,983 to $5,239 | $47,796 to $62,868 |
| J | $5,334 to $6,682 | $64,008 to $80,184 |
| K | $5,990 to $7,500 | $71,880 to $90,000 |
| T | $5,082 to $6,361 | $60,984 to $76,332 |
Representation
Service Employees International Union, Local 1000 represents Bargaining Unit R20, Medical and Social Services.
Where these jobs are
155 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.
| Department | Employees |
|---|---|
| Hospitals, Department of State | 137 |
| Department of Developmental Services | 18 |
Against the market
The BLS median wage for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses across all California employers was $79,750 a year in 2025. This classification is authorized from $47,796 to $90,000 a year.
Footnotes
- Footnote 01 Used in Pay Letters to designate 12-month probationary period. In the Alphabetic and Schematic Pay Scales Listings, a column is provided for designating the months of the probationary period. (Reinstituted 12/78)
- Footnote R1 Range 1 designation — refer to applicable classification specification.