How much do travel Travel DOU Nurse jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Sunday, November 8th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in California is $2,416 but can pay up to $3,605 per week.

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California Travel DOU Nurse Jobs

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Travel Contract

PCU RN

San Diego, CA
Meda Health
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,982/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

Step Down Unit RN

Los Angeles, CA
Solomon Page
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,955/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

Step Down Unit RN

Los Angeles, CA
FlexCare Nursing
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,947/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

Step Down Unit RN

Los Angeles, CA
Stability Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,926/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

PCU Stepdown RN

Stanford, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,910/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

PCU Stepdown RN

Stanford, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,910/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

PCU Stepdown RN

Stanford, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,910/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

Stepdown RN

La Jolla, CA
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,902/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 3 days ago

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Travel Contract

Stepdown RN

San Diego, CA
TotalMed RN
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,873/week

Nights

4x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 4 days ago

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Travel Contract

Stepdown RN

Los Angeles, CA
Secure Nursing Service LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,868/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

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Travel Contract

Stepdown RN

Los Angeles, CA
Secure Nursing Service LLC
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,868/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted 5 days ago

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Travel Contract

Stepdown Registered Nurse

Palo Alto, CA
Medical Solutions
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,862/week

Days

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Travel Contract

PCU RN

San Diego, CA
AMN Healthcare Nursing
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,859/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 12 days ago

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Travel Contract

Progressive Care RN

San Diego, CA
AMN Healthcare Nursing
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,859/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

PCU RN

Chula Vista, CA
AMN Healthcare Nursing
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,859/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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Travel Contract

PCU Progressive Care RN

Chula Vista, CA
AMN Healthcare Nursing
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,859/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

PCU RN

Eureka, CA
Bestica
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,845/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

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Travel Contract

PCU RN

Mission Hills, CA
TalentBurst, Inc
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,835/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted 4 days ago

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Travel Contract

Step Down Unit RN

Los Angeles, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,830/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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Travel Contract

PCU RN

Eureka, CA
Bestica
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,829/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

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California Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,338/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse in California is $2,338 per week. This is 7% higher than the US average of $2,183.

Last updated on November 7, 2026. Based on 4,109 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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California Travel DOU Nurse Jobs FAQs

What are the best agencies for Travel DOU Nurse jobs in California?

The agencies on Vivian that currently have the most Travel DOU Nurse jobs in California are TotalMed RN (41 jobs), AMN Healthcare Nursing (30 jobs), and Medical Solutions (29 jobs).

What hospitals in California currently have the most travel Travel DOU Nurse job opportunities?

The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most Travel DOU Nurse jobs in California are Providence Holy Cross Medical Center (40 jobs), Mercy Medical Center Redding (31 jobs), and Saint Joseph Hospital (30 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, November 8th 2026, Vivian has 1 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $82 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $82 per hour.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, November 8th 2026, Vivian has 43 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $60 per hour on average, and up to $74 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Where can I learn more about working as a Travel DOU Nurse?

Take a look at Vivian's Travel DOU Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

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