How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Monday, August 24th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,609 but can pay up to $7,700 per week.

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ICU RN

Templeton, California
Twin Cities Community Hospital
Advantis Medical and 3 others

UP TO $2,205/wk

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Behavioral Health RN

San Leandro, California
John George Psychiatric Pavilion
TNAA TotalMed RN

UP TO $2,197/wk

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5x8

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ER RN

National City, California
Paradise Valley Hospital
Meda Health and 3 others

UP TO $2,175/wk

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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ICU Registered Nurse

National City, California
Paradise Valley Hospital
Uniti Med and 2 others

UP TO $2,152/wk

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

Novato, California
Novato
Medical Talent and 3 others

UP TO $2,119/wk

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5x8

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Critical Care RN

Chino, California
Chino Valley Medical Center
Advantis Medical and 1 other

UP TO $1,995/wk

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ICU RN

Chino, California
Chino Valley Medical Center
Advantis Medical and 2 others

UP TO $1,995/wk

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3x12

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ICU RN

San Dimas, California
San Dimas Community Hospital
Meda Health and 1 other

UP TO $1,988/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Department RN

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Emergency Department RN

Inglewood, California
Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Meda Health and 1 other

UP TO $1,988/wk

Nights

3x12

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ICU RN

San Dimas, California
San Dimas Community Hospital
Meda Health and 1 other

UP TO $1,988/wk

Days

3x12

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Critical Care RN

Inglewood, California
Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Meda Health and 1 other

UP TO $1,988/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Telemetry RN

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Travel Contract

Telemetry RN

Inglewood, California
Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Meda Health and 1 other

UP TO $1,988/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Telemetry RN

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Telemetry RN

Inglewood, California
Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Meda Health and 1 other

UP TO $1,988/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Inglewood, California
Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Meda Health and 1 other

UP TO $1,988/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Department Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Emergency Department Registered Nurse

Inglewood, California
Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Meda Health

UP TO $1,988/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Correctional Registered Nurse

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Correctional Registered Nurse

Lancaster, California
California State Prison, Los Angeles County
Catalytic Solutions and 1 other

UP TO $1,985/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Telemetry RN

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Travel Contract

Telemetry RN

Inglewood, California
Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Nightingale Nurses

UP TO $1,963/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Room RN

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Travel Contract

Emergency Room RN

Inglewood, California
Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Nightingale Nurses

UP TO $1,963/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Telemetry RN

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Travel Contract

Telemetry RN

San Dimas, California
San Dimas Community Hospital
Meda Health and 1 other

UP TO $1,697/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Telemetry RN

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Travel Contract

Telemetry RN

San Dimas, California
San Dimas Community Hospital
Meda Health and 1 other

UP TO $1,697/wk

Nights

3x12

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,543/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,543 per week. This is 14% higher than the US average of $2,186.

Last updated on August 22, 2026. Based on 12,791 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 TNAA TotalMed RN (256 jobs), Triage Staffing (239 jobs), and Cross Country Nurses (231 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 Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (149 jobs), Twin Cities Community Hospital (136 jobs), and Mad River Community Hospital (100 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, August 24th 2026, Vivian has 106 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $85 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 Monday, August 24th 2026, Vivian has 11 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $74 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 Monday, August 24th 2026, Vivian has 472 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $66 per hour on average, and up to $108 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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