How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Sunday, April 5th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,667 but can pay up to $5,187 per week.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Greenbrae, CA
ProKatchers
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,500/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Bakersfield, CA
Express Healthcare Staffing Travel
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,500/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted 5 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Bakersfield, CA
Express Healthcare Staffing Travel
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,500/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

View job details for Acute Care RN Case Manager

Travel Contract

Acute Care RN Case Manager

Torrance, CA
HonorVet Technologies
5x8 hrs
Referral Bonus

$2,500/week

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 5 days ago

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View job details for Float Registered Nurse (Emergency, Med Surg/Swing Bed, Skilled Nursing)

Travel Contract

Float Registered Nurse (Emergency, Med Surg/Swing Bed, Skilled Nursing)

King City, CA
Excel Medical Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,499/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Charge Telemetry RN

Travel Contract

Charge Telemetry RN

Bakersfield, CA
Medical Solutions
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,499/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

Torrance, CA
ALOIS Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,499/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Torrance, CA
ALOIS Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,499/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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View job details for Labor & Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN

Los Angeles, CA
Coast Medical Service
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,499/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 4 days ago

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Westminster, CA
HealthTrust Workforce Solution External
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,499/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Bakersfield, CA
Focus Staff
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,498/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Utilization Review

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Utilization Review

Arcata, CA
LanceSoft
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,497/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Oncology RN Case Manager

Travel Contract

Oncology RN Case Manager

Irvine, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,497/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 11 days ago

View job details for Home Health Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Home Health Registered Nurse

Torrance, CA
Bestica
5x8 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,495/week

Days

Nights

5x8

Referral Bonus

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Tracy, CA
Trustaff
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,495/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

Willits, CA
ProKatchers
4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,495/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Palmdale, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,494/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Bakersfield, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,493/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Clearlake, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,492/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

San Francisco, CA
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

$2,491/week

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,470/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,470 per week. This is 13% higher than the US average of $2,160.

Last updated on April 4, 2026. Based on 7,682 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 (431 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (174 jobs), and IDR Healthcare (166 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 Bakersfield (102 jobs), Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (94 jobs), and White Memorial Medical Center (71 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, April 5th 2026, Vivian has 181 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $78 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 Sunday, April 5th 2026, Vivian has 10 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $73 per hour on average and up to $87 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, April 5th 2026, Vivian has 267 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $66 per hour on average, and up to $100 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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