How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Thursday, July 9th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,621 but can pay up to $4,909 per week.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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Labor and Delivery RN

Orange, California
Saint Joseph Hospital
American Consultants and 10 others

UP TO $3,157/wk

Nights

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Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Nurse

Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital
Voca Healthcare and 29 others

UP TO $3,073/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ER RN

2 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

ER RN

National City, California
Paradise Valley Hospital
Uniti Med and 1 other

UP TO $2,006/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Home Health Registered Nurse

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Home Health Registered Nurse

San Diego, California
San Diego Central
SkyBridge Healthcare Home Health & Hospice and 4 others

UP TO $2,040/wk

Days

5x8

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Travel Contract

Home Health Registered Nurse

San Diego, California
San Diego North
SkyBridge Healthcare Home Health & Hospice and 3 others

UP TO $2,040/wk

Days

5x8

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Home Health Registered Nurse

Ventura, California
Neogen Care
SkyBridge Healthcare Home Health & Hospice and 4 others

UP TO $2,040/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Emergency Room RN

2 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Emergency Room RN

Redding, California
Shasta Regional Medical Center
Uniti Med and 1 other

UP TO $1,879/wk

3x12

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Emergency Room RN

Redding, California
Shasta Regional Medical Center
Uniti Med and 1 other

UP TO $1,879/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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ICU Registered Nurse

Redding, California
Shasta Regional Medical Center
Uniti Med and 1 other

UP TO $1,879/wk

Nights

3x12

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ICU RN

Redding, California
Shasta Regional Medical Center
Uniti Med and 1 other

UP TO $1,879/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Telemetry Registered Nurse

2 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Telemetry Registered Nurse

Redding, California
Shasta Regional Medical Center
Uniti Med and 1 other

UP TO $1,670/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Med-Surg Telemetry RN

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Travel Contract

Med-Surg Telemetry RN

Redding, California
Shasta Regional Medical Center
Uniti Med and 1 other

UP TO $1,670/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Correctional Registered Nurse

1 agency can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Correctional Registered Nurse

Susanville, California
High Desert State Prison
Catalytic Solutions

UP TO $1,178/wk

Flexible

2x12

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View job details for Travel Nurse Assistant RN - Case Management

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse Assistant RN - Case Management

Rancho Mirage, California
Eisenhower Medical Center
Integrated Healthcare Services

UP TO $1,103/wk

Days

5x8

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Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN

Bakersfield, CA
Meda Health
3x12 hrs, Rotating

$6,398/week

Rotating

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN

Bakersfield, CA
Voca Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Rotating

$6,352/week

Rotating

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

Clinical Nurse Manager

Salinas, CA
SambaTraveler
5x8 hrs, Flexible

$4,909/week

Flexible

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for LDRP/Family Birth Center Nurse Manager

Travel Contract

LDRP/Family Birth Center Nurse Manager

Grass Valley, CA
Medlivo
5x8 hrs, Days

$4,800/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Manager

Los Angeles, CA
GQR Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

$4,700/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Manager

Salinas, CA
Talent4Health
5x8 hrs, Days

$4,677/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,534/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,534 per week. This is 14% higher than the US average of $2,178.

Last updated on July 7, 2026. Based on 9,686 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 (558 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (277 jobs), and Host Healthcare (257 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 Lodi Memorial (245 jobs), Adventist Health Bakersfield (157 jobs), and Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (126 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, July 9th 2026, Vivian has 144 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $81 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $132 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, July 9th 2026, Vivian has 21 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 Thursday, July 9th 2026, Vivian has 539 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $64 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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