How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Wednesday, July 22nd 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,688 but can pay up to $4,862 per week.

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View job details for RN First Assistant (OR & L&D)

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Travel Contract

RN First Assistant (OR & L&D)

Chico, California
Enloe Medical Center
TravSource and 9 others

UP TO $4,566/wk

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View job details for RN Cath Lab

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RN Cath Lab

Lynwood, California
Saint Francis Medical Center
TNAA TotalMed RN and 20 others

UP TO $4,234/wk

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View job details for RN First Assistant, Operating Room

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RN First Assistant, Operating Room

Santa Maria, California
Marian Regional Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 17 others

UP TO $4,148/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for CVOR Lead Clinical Nurse

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Travel Contract

CVOR Lead Clinical Nurse

San Diego, California
Sharp Memorial Hospital
Epic Travel Staffing and 4 others

UP TO $3,991/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for CVOR Registered Nurse

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CVOR Registered Nurse

Long Beach, California
Saint Mary Medical Center
Triage Staffing and 21 others

UP TO $3,916/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

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Labor and Delivery RN

Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital
American Traveler and 28 others

UP TO $3,880/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for CVOR RN

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Travel Contract

CVOR RN

Santa Maria, California
Marian Regional Medical Center
Coast Medical Service and 2 others

UP TO $3,872/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for Operating Room RN

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Operating Room RN

Santa Rosa, California
Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Skyline Med Staff Nursing and 7 others

UP TO $3,801/wk

Days

4x12

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View job details for Interim Emergency Services Nurse Manager

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Interim Emergency Services Nurse Manager

Arcata, California
Mad River Community Hospital
Olaro and 22 others

UP TO $3,800/wk

5x8

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View job details for Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse

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Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse

Madera, California
Valley Children's Healthcare
Cuready Healthcare Staffing and 7 others

UP TO $3,800/wk

5x8

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View job details for Outpatient Infusion RN

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Outpatient Infusion RN

Salinas, California
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
TNAA TotalMed RN and 5 others

UP TO $3,737/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for Labor & Delivery Floor Manager

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Labor & Delivery Floor Manager

Oxnard, California
Saint John's Regional Medical Center
Olaro and 19 others

UP TO $3,720/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

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Labor and Delivery RN

Fresno, California
Community Regional Medical Center
Olaro-Allied and 4 others

UP TO $3,700/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for RN First Assistant

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Travel Contract

RN First Assistant

Lakeport, California
Sutter Lakeside Hospital
Meda Health and 9 others

UP TO $3,694/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for Cath Lab RN

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Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Stanyan Hospital
TNAA TotalMed RN and 14 others

UP TO $3,680/wk

Days

4x10

Relocation Bonus

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View job details for Cath Lab Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Cath Lab Registered Nurse

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Stanyan Hospital
TNAA TotalMed RN and 16 others

UP TO $3,680/wk

Days

4x10

Relocation Bonus

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View job details for Operating Room RN

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Operating Room RN

Santa Rosa, California
Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Trailblazer Staffing Solutions and 9 others

UP TO $3,650/wk

Days

4x12

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View job details for Operating Room RN

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Operating Room RN

Santa Rosa, California
Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Winston Resources and 17 others

UP TO $3,650/wk

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Redding, California
Shasta Regional Medical Center
SkyBridge Healthcare Acute Care/ Allied Health

UP TO $3,600/wk

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Labor & Delivery RN

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Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN

Redding, California
Mercy Medical Center Redding
American Traveler and 17 others

UP TO $3,596/wk

Nights

3x12

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,603/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,603 per week. This is 16% higher than the US average of $2,177.

Last updated on July 21, 2026. Based on 12,999 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 (596 jobs), Bestica (393 jobs), and TNAA TotalMed RN (342 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 (221 jobs), Adventist Health Lodi Memorial (168 jobs), and Adventist Medical Center - Hanford (135 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, July 22nd 2026, Vivian has 108 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $85 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $137 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, July 22nd 2026, Vivian has 23 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $67 per hour on average and up to $92 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, July 22nd 2026, Vivian has 563 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $66 per hour on average, and up to $107 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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