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View job details for RN - Rapid Response
Travel Contract
RN - Rapid Response
- Asheville, NC
- Zack Group
- 4x12 hrs, Nights
$3,776/week
Nights
4x12
Posted 2 days ago
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View job details for Tele Float RN
Travel Contract
Tele Float RN
- Worcester, MA
- HPA Healthcare
- 4x12 hrs
$3,729/week
4x12
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Tele Float RN
Travel Contract
Tele Float RN
- Worcester, MA
- GTT Healthcare Staffing Solutions
- 4x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
$3,700/week
Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Posted Today
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Travel Contract
RN - Rapid Response
- Asheville, NC
- TotalMed RN
- 4x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
$3,644/week
Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - First Assist
Travel Contract
Travel Nurse RN - First Assist
- Rochester, NY
- ProKatchers
- 4x12 hrs, Days
$5,736/week
Days
4x12
View job details for CVOR Registered Nurse
Travel Contract
CVOR Registered Nurse
- Norfolk, NE
- GrapeTree Medical Staffing
- 5x8 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$5,616/week
Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Cardiac OR RNFA
Travel Contract
Cardiac OR RNFA
- Rochester, NY
- TalentBurst, Inc
- 4x12 hrs, Days
$5,412/week
Days
4x12
View job details for Registered Nurse First Assistant
Travel Contract
Registered Nurse First Assistant
- Rochester, NY
- Stability Healthcare
- 4x12 hrs, Days
$5,283/week
Days
4x12

California Acute Care Nurse Jobs Salary Insights
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$78.92/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in California is $78.92 per hour. This is 35% higher than the US average of $51.18.
Last updated on October 13, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
California Acute Care Nurse Jobs FAQs
Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?
Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?
As of Thursday, October 15th 2026, Vivian has 9 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $61 per hour on average, and up to $71 per hour for the top-paying job listed.
Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?
Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?
As of Thursday, October 15th 2026, Vivian has 219 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,275 per hour on average, and up to $3,203 per hour for the top-paying job listed.
Where can I learn more about working as a Acute Care Nurse?
Where can I learn more about working as a Acute Care Nurse?
Take a look at Vivian's Acute Care Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.
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