How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Friday, October 16th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,652 but can pay up to $4,999 per week.

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Apple Valley, California
Saint Joseph Health Saint Mary
American Traveler and 16 others

UP TO $2,800/wk

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View job details for MS/Tele RN

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MS/Tele RN

Pomona, California
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center
Care Team Solutions and 17 others

UP TO $2,800/wk

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4x12

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Case Manager

Burbank, California
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 18 others

UP TO $2,795/wk

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5x8

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

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Labor and Delivery RN

Los Angeles, California
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Uniti Med and 10 others

UP TO $2,793/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for PACU RN

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PACU RN

San Francisco, California
UCSF Bayfront Medical Building
Triage Staffing and 8 others

UP TO $2,792/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Oncology Clinic RN

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Oncology Clinic RN

Santa Rosa, California
Medical Oncology and Radiation Oncology
Coast Medical Service and 20 others

UP TO $2,843/wk

5x8

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23 agencies can help you get this contract

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ER RN

Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Uniti Med and 22 others

UP TO $2,792/wk

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Travel Contract

Case Manager RN

Los Angeles, California
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Prime Staffing and 1 other

UP TO $2,791/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

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Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Brawley, California
Pioneers Memorial Hospital
TRS Healthcare and 4 others

UP TO $2,834/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ICU RN

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Travel Contract

ICU RN

Folsom, California
Mercy Hospital of Folsom
HCS 247 and 23 others

UP TO $2,786/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for MS/Tele Float RN

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Travel Contract

MS/Tele Float RN

Oakland, California
Highland Hospital
Solomon Page and 4 others

UP TO $2,785/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for PACU RN

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Travel Contract

PACU RN

Santa Rosa, California
Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Triage Staffing and 23 others

UP TO $2,785/wk

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Evenings

5x8

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Travel Contract

PACU RN

Berkeley, California
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Ashby Campus
Triage Staffing and 14 others

UP TO $2,770/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for PACU RN

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Travel Contract

PACU RN

San Francisco, California
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus
Triage Staffing and 16 others

UP TO $2,769/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for NICU RN

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Los Angeles, California
California Hospital Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 7 others

UP TO $2,766/wk

Nights

3x12

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Los Angeles, California
California Hospital Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 7 others

UP TO $3,405/wk

Days

3x12

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Santa Maria, California
Marian Regional Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 7 others

UP TO $2,766/wk

Nights

3x12

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NICU RN

Santa Maria, California
Marian Regional Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 8 others

UP TO $3,405/wk

Days

3x12

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Travel Contract

NICU RN

Santa Monica, California
UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica
Stability Healthcare and 3 others

UP TO $2,752/wk

Nights

3x12

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8 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

PACU RN

Oakland, California
Highland Hospital
Triage Staffing and 7 others

UP TO $2,751/wk

Days

3x12

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,572/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,572 per week. This is 14% higher than the US average of $2,223.

Last updated on October 16, 2026. Based on 20,837 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 First Connect Health (507 jobs), Medical Solutions (505 jobs), and Triage Staffing (466 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 White Memorial Medical Center (213 jobs), Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (210 jobs), and Mercy Medical Center Redding (208 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, October 16th 2026, Vivian has 167 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $81 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $128 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, October 16th 2026, Vivian has 21 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $68 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 Friday, October 16th 2026, Vivian has 1,026 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $67 per hour on average, and up to $128 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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