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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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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View job details for SICU / TICU RN

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SICU / TICU RN

Carmichael, California
Mercy San Juan Medical Center
Medical Talent and 17 others

UP TO $2,714/wk

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View job details for ICU RN

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ICU RN

Santa Rosa, California
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital
Meda Health and 14 others

UP TO $2,714/wk

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View job details for ICU RN

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ICU RN

Santa Rosa, California
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital
Meda Health and 12 others

UP TO $2,714/wk

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View job details for Nursery RN

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Nursery RN

Castro Valley, California
Eden Medical Center
Uniti Med and 10 others

UP TO $2,714/wk

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3x12

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View job details for Neuro ICU RN

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Neuro ICU RN

Castro Valley, California
Eden Medical Center
Coast Medical Service and 7 others

UP TO $2,714/wk

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View job details for Nursery RN

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Nursery RN

Castro Valley, California
Eden Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 11 others

UP TO $2,714/wk

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View job details for Nursery RN

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Nursery RN

Castro Valley, California
Eden Medical Center
Uniti Med and 11 others

UP TO $2,714/wk

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View job details for ER RN

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Travel Contract

ER RN

Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital
Stability Healthcare

UP TO $2,712/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ICU RN

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ICU RN

Napa, California
Queen of the Valley Medical Center
Meda Health and 28 others

UP TO $2,712/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Interventional Radiology RN

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Interventional Radiology RN

Torrance, California
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 13 others

UP TO $2,711/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Oncology RN

3 agencies can help you get this contract

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Oncology RN

West Hollywood, California
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 2 others

UP TO $2,711/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for ICU RN

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Travel Contract

ICU RN

Antioch, California
Sutter Delta Medical Center
Meda Health and 14 others

UP TO $2,709/wk

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

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Labor and Delivery RN

Rancho Mirage, California
Eisenhower Medical Center
Uniti Med and 12 others

UP TO $3,390/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Cardiology Registered Nurse

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Cardiology Registered Nurse

Larkspur, California
CAM Larkspur
ISC Healthcare and 7 others

UP TO $2,707/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for ICU RN

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ICU RN

Santa Clarita, California
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital
Coast Medical Service and 5 others

UP TO $2,703/wk

3x12

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View job details for Cardiac Telemetry RN

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Cardiac Telemetry RN

Modesto, California
Memorial Medical Center
TotalMed RN and 11 others

UP TO $2,702/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Stepdown RN

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Stepdown RN

Los Angeles, California
CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center
Secure Nursing Service LLC and 5 others

UP TO $2,700/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Telemetry RN

3 agencies can help you get this contract

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Telemetry RN

Fountain Valley, California
UC Irvine
American Traveler and 2 others

UP TO $2,700/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Telemetry RN

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Telemetry RN

Fountain Valley, California
UC Irvine
HonorVet Technologies

UP TO $2,700/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

Lakewood, California
UC Irvine
American Traveler and 1 other

UP TO $2,700/wk

Nights

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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