How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Thursday, December 25th 2025, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,781 but can pay up to $5,750 per week.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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View job details for CVOR Operating Room Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

CVOR Operating Room Registered Nurse

Burlingame, CA
Medical Solutions
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,145/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Travel ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Travel ICU Registered Nurse

Arroyo Grande, CA
IDR Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,893/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Wound Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Wound Care

Irvine, CA
TheraEX Staffing Services
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,892/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted 2 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Castro Valley, CA
LanceSoft
4x10 hrs, Days

$2,891/week

Days

4x10

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 9 days ago

View job details for ECMO Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ECMO Registered Nurse

Fresno, CA
Lucid Staffing Solutions
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,891/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 7 days ago

View job details for OB/GYN Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

OB/GYN Registered Nurse

Crescent City, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,891/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Emergency Department RN

Travel Contract

Emergency Department RN

Fall River Mills, CA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,891/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 9 days ago

View job details for NICU Nurse

Travel Contract

NICU Nurse

Stockton, CA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,891/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Labor & Delivery Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Nurse

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

$2,890/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

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

$2,890/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Napa, CA
Health Advocates Network - Nursing
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,888/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 3 days ago

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View job details for Travel Labor & Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Travel Labor & Delivery RN

Tracy, CA
Uniti Med
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,888/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Verified

View job details for Travel Labor & Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Travel Labor & Delivery RN

Tracy, CA
GQR Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,888/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Perioperative Operating Room RN (Circulator/Scrub)

Travel Contract

Perioperative Operating Room RN (Circulator/Scrub)

Quincy, CA
IDR Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,888/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Modesto, CA
PRN Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,887/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

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View job details for Travel Labor & Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Travel Labor & Delivery RN

Tracy, CA
PRN Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,887/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Verified

View job details for RN Labor & Delivery

Travel Contract

RN Labor & Delivery

Riverside, CA
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,886/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Verified

View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse

San Francisco, CA
PRN Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,886/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

Verified

View job details for Cardiac Cath Lab/Electrophysiology RN

Travel Contract

Cardiac Cath Lab/Electrophysiology RN

San Francisco, CA
Triage Staffing
4x10 hrs, Days

$2,886/week

Days

4x10

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Templeton, CA
Trustaff
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,885/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 6 days ago

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,619/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,619 per week. This is 18% higher than the US average of $2,159.

Last updated on December 25, 2025. Based on 8,481 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 (331 jobs), First Connect Health (221 jobs), and Host Healthcare (168 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 Mad River Community Hospital (86 jobs), Mercy Hospital Downtown (84 jobs), and Enloe Medical Center (83 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, December 25th 2025, Vivian has 129 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $82 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 Thursday, December 25th 2025, Vivian has 23 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $73 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, December 25th 2025, Vivian has 343 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $70 per hour on average, and up to $113 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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