Extraordinary nursing care.
Every patient. Every time.
As leaders, clinicians, researchers, innovators, and scientists, Kaiser Permanente nurses are advancing the delivery of excellent, compassionate care for our members across the continuum and boldly transforming care to improve the health of our communities and nation.
A message from our Northern California nursing leaders
Toby Marsh, MSN, RN, FACHE, NEA-BC
Regional Chief Nurse Executive
Vice President of Clinical Integration
Kaiser Foundation Hospitals and Health Plan Northern California
DuPriest Hill, MSN, RN
Regional Administrative Officer
Chief of Nursing & Clinical Practice
The Permanente Medical Group
In 2025, Kaiser Permanente Northern California advanced its commitment to exceptional, high-quality care through the collective strength of our nursing teams. Guided by the theme Together We Lead, our nursing teams played an essential role in strengthening clinical excellence, enhancing the patient experience, and improving the health of the communities we serve.
The year brought notable achievements, including Magnet® recognition for the Santa Rosa Medical Center, joining Vallejo and South Sacramento in this highest honor for nursing excellence. Fourteen emergency departments earned Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation, and seven critical care units received the Beacon Award for Excellence, reflecting outstanding outcomes, safety, and teamwork.
Kaiser Permanente Northern California is home to more than 29,000 registered nurses, nurse leaders and advanced practice nurses. In 2025, we welcomed over 1,700 experienced and new graduate nurses, while maintaining a 5.9% turnover rate — well below national averages, demonstrating a stable, highly engaged workforce.
Continued investment in professional development remained a priority. Hundreds of nurses participated in conferences in our region and across the country and presented evidence-based practice and research. Over 5,350 nurses and nurse leaders expanded their practice and expertise by earning board certifications and completing advanced degrees. We also celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Kaiser Permanente Nurse Scholars Academy, marking a decade of supporting growth, leadership, and excellence in nursing.
The stories featured in this report highlight innovation, collaboration, and patient centered care, and reflect the extraordinary impact nurses make every day. We are deeply proud of – and grateful for our nursing community and the progress achieved together in 2025.
Our mission is to provide high-quality, affordable health care services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve.
Nursing in Northern California By the Numbers
KP NCAL Magnet Dashboard
Northern California service areas and medical centers
Central Valley
Serving communities in San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties.
Manteca Medical Center - Stockton ASU
Modesto Medical Center
Diablo
Serving communities in Contra Costa and Alameda counties.
Antioch Medical Center
Walnut Creek Medical Center
East Bay
Serving communities in Alameda and Contra Costa counties.
Oakland Medical Center
Richmond Medical Center
Fresno
Serving communities in Fresno, Madera, Kings, and Tulare counties.
Fresno Medical Center
Golden Gate
Serving communities in San Francisco and Marin counties.
San Francisco Medical Center
San Rafael Medical Center
Greater Sacramento
Serving communities in Sacramento, Placer, and Yolo counties.
Roseville Medical Center
Sacramento Medical Center
South Sacramento Medical Center
Greater Southern Alameda County
Serving communities in Alameda County.
Fremont Medical Center
San Leandro Medical Center
Napa-Solano
Serving communities in Napa and Solano counties.
Vacaville Medical Center
Vallejo Medical Center
San Mateo
Serving communities in San Mateo County.
Redwood City Medical Center
South San Francisco Medical Center
Santa Rosa
Serving communities in Sonoma County.
Santa Rosa Medical Center
South Bay
Serving communities in Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties.
San Jose Medical Center
Santa Clara Medical Center
Virtual Medical Center
Serving communities across Northern California.
Appointment and Advice Care Center