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Chaka Smith

Registered Nurse

Nurse Alameda, CA Contra Costa Regional Medical Center
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
12 years at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center
Connections
201
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 649,767 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Chaka Smith is one of them.
  • 57,207 Nurses are based in CA (out of 155,461 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 44 contacts at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse compensation in CA: $130,000 – $195,000 (median $151,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in CA: Kaiser Permanente (5,251), Sutter Health (1,165), Sharp Healthcare (988).
  • 5% of Nurses in CA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 72% of Nurses in CA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
2019
Contra Costa College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.)
2013
San Francisco State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
2012
Merritt College
AA & AS
2010
About Contra Costa Regional Medical Center
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Website
cchealth.org
Professional Overview

Chaka Smith is a Registered Nurse, currently affiliated with Contra Costa Regional Medical Center, based in Alameda, CA. As a nurse, Smith contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Alameda, CA. They have been with Contra Costa Regional Medical Center for 12 years. Smith holds academic credentials, including Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), from Western Governors University and Contra Costa College. Contra Costa Regional Medical Center operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Alameda, CA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Chaka Smith located?
Chaka Smith is based in Alameda, CA. They are currently affiliated with Contra Costa Regional Medical Center.
What is Chaka Smith's specialty?
Chaka Smith specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Registered Nurse.
Where does Chaka Smith currently work?
Chaka Smith currently works at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center. They have been there for 12 years.
What is Chaka Smith's educational background?
Chaka Smith attended Western Governors University and Contra Costa College.
How do I contact Chaka Smith for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse?
Recruiting nurses typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurses across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse in CA?
Nurses in CA typically earn $130,000 to $195,000 annually, with a median of $151,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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