How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Sunday, April 5th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,667 but can pay up to $5,187 per week.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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View job details for Labor & Delivery RN

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Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN

Bakersfield, California
Kern Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 6 others

$3,950-4,634/week

Nights

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View job details for CVOR Registered Nurse

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CVOR Registered Nurse

Santa Maria, California
Marian Regional Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 21 others

$3,158-3,852/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for Assistant Nurse Manager, Pre-op & PACU

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Assistant Nurse Manager, Pre-op & PACU

Greenbrae, California
Marin General Hospital
Medical Solutions and 17 others

$2,903-3,645/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

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View job details for CVOR Operating Room RN

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Travel Contract

CVOR Operating Room RN

Stockton, California
Saint Joseph's Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 8 others

$3,087-3,691/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Salinas, California
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
Core Medical Group and 5 others

$3,000-3,593/week

Flexible

5x8

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View job details for CVOR Registered Nurse

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CVOR Registered Nurse

San Diego, California
Sharp Memorial Hospital
Medical Solutions and 8 others

$3,020-3,502/week

Rotating

3x12

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View job details for RN Care Coordinator, Case Management

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RN Care Coordinator, Case Management

Bakersfield, California
Mercy Hospital Downtown
TNAA TotalMed RN and 7 others

$2,980-3,500/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for OR Registered Nurse

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OR Registered Nurse

Redding, California
Mercy Medical Center Redding
Medical Solutions and 7 others

$3,158-3,408/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse

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Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Sacramento, California
Mercy General Hospital
Medical Solutions and 22 others

$2,776-3,393/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Wound Care Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Wound Care Registered Nurse

Brookdale, California
The Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center
United Staffing Solutions and 7 others

$2,837-3,356/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Labor & Delivery/Postpartum RN

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Labor & Delivery/Postpartum RN

Greenbrae, California
Marin General Hospital
Medical Solutions and 25 others

$2,842-3,283/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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View job details for Labor & Delivery/Postpartum Registered Nurse

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Labor & Delivery/Postpartum Registered Nurse

Glendale, California
Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center
Medical Solutions and 21 others

$2,644-3,280/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Cardiac Cath Lab RN

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Cardiac Cath Lab RN

Bakersfield, California
Kern Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 9 others

$2,736-3,470/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for Cath Lab RN

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Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

Lynwood, California
Saint Francis Medical Center
NuWest Travel Nursing

$3,220/week

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Chico, California
Enloe Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 28 others

$2,560-3,254/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for Operating Room Circulator RN

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Operating Room Circulator RN

San Rafael, California
Marin Specialty Surgery Center
Uniti Med and 17 others

$1,606-3,212/week

Rotating

3x12

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View job details for ECMO Registered Nurse

3 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

ECMO Registered Nurse

Fresno, California
Community Regional Medical Center
Olaro and 2 others

$2,904-3,210/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for RN Case Manager

4 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

RN Case Manager

Carmichael, California
Mercy San Juan Medical Center
TNAA TotalMed RN and 3 others

$3,007-3,197/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for RN Case Manager

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Travel Contract

RN Case Manager

Sacramento, California
Methodist Hospital of Sacramento
TNAA TotalMed RN and 3 others

$3,007-3,197/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

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View job details for Emergency Room Nurse

3 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Emergency Room Nurse

Alturas, California
Modoc Medical Center
World Nurses and 2 others

$1,958-3,094/week

Days

Nights

3x12

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,470/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,470 per week. This is 13% higher than the US average of $2,160.

Last updated on April 4, 2026. Based on 7,682 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs FAQs

What are the best agencies for Travel Nursing jobs in California?

The agencies on Vivian that currently have the most Travel Nursing jobs in California are LanceSoft (428 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (174 jobs), and IDR Healthcare (166 jobs).

What are the Registered Nurse licensing requirements in California?

You can find out the RN licensing and renewal requirements for new or experienced registered nurses at our California RN Licensing guide.

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

The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most Travel Nursing jobs in California are Adventist Health Bakersfield (102 jobs), Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (94 jobs), and White Memorial Medical Center (71 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, April 5th 2026, Vivian has 178 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $78 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $133 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, April 5th 2026, Vivian has 10 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $73 per hour on average and up to $87 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, April 5th 2026, Vivian has 265 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $66 per hour on average, and up to $100 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Is California a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC)?

No, California is not a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC).

How much does obtaining a nursing license in California cost?

Cost to obtain a nursing license in California varies from $300-$350.

How often do you need to renew your nursing license in California?

Nursing license needs to be renewed every two years.

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