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

For jobs available on Vivian as of Friday, August 14th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in California is $2,461 but can pay up to $3,700 per week.

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California Travel NICU Nurse Jobs

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Santa Rosa, CA
Meda Health
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,478/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Santa Rosa, CA
Meda Health
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,478/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Apple Valley, CA
Bestica
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,476/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 2 days ago

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Travel Contract

NICU Registered Nurse

Lodi, CA
Jackson Nurse Professionals
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,454/week

Nights

3x12

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Posted 8 days ago

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Santa Rosa, CA
Anders Group
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,444/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Santa Rosa, CA
Anders Group
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,444/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

San Francisco, CA
Anders Group
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,444/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted 6 days ago

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Apple Valley, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,442/week

Days

3x12

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Posted 8 days ago

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Eureka, CA
Catalytic Solutions
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,431/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Apple Valley, CA
ALOIS Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,422/week

Days

3x12

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Apple Valley, CA
ALOIS Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,422/week

Days

3x12

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Posted 10 days ago

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Eureka, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,410/week

Nights

3x12

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Posted 3 days ago

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Apple Valley, CA
Stability Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Flexible

$2,402/week

Flexible

3x12

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Apple Valley, CA
Stability Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Flexible

$2,380/week

Flexible

3x12

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Apple Valley, CA
Prime Staffing
3x12 hrs

$2,364/week

3x12

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Posted 6 days ago

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Apple Valley, CA
Prime Staffing
3x12 hrs

$2,364/week

3x12

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Posted 8 days ago

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Eureka, CA
Solomon Page
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,353/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Travel Contract

NICU Registered Nurse

Santa Rosa, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,345/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted 2 days ago

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Travel Contract

NICU Registered Nurse

Eureka, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,345/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

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Travel Contract

NICU Registered Nurse

Walnut Creek, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,340/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted 2 days ago

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California Travel NICU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel NICU Nurse Salary

$2,472/week

The average salary for a NICU Nurse in California is $2,472 per week. This is 11% higher than the US average of $2,205.

Last updated on August 13, 2026. Based on 532 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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California Travel NICU Nurse Jobs FAQs

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

The agencies on Vivian that currently have the most Travel NICU Nurse jobs in California are LanceSoft (20 jobs), Cross Country Nurses (10 jobs), and Medlivo (9 jobs).

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

The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most Travel NICU Nurse jobs in California are Saint Joseph Health Saint Mary (33 jobs), Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital (21 jobs), and Saint Joseph Hospital (18 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, August 14th 2026, Vivian has 3 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $90 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $105 per hour.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, August 14th 2026, Vivian has 17 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $70 per hour on average, and up to $108 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

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

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

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