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.

Ready to join Vivian? Get started

California Travel Nursing Jobs

4,373 open jobs
Jobs added hourly

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Colton, CA
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

$3,191/week

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse

San Jose, CA
Coast Medical Service
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,718/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Verified

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Susanville, CA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,718/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse Senior RN - ED - Emergency Department

Sunnyvale, CA
Prodware Solutions LLC
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights

$2,718/week

Days

Nights

3x12

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

Mission Hills, CA
ALOIS Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,717/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Wound Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Wound Care

Moreno Valley, CA
Stability Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,717/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 3 days ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Los Banos, CA
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,717/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 6 days ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Palm Springs, CA
Trusted Resource Associates (TRA)
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,717/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Modesto, CA
Trusted Resource Associates (TRA)
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,717/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Crescent City, CA
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,716/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Jackson, CA
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,716/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - CVU - Cardiovascular Unit

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVU - Cardiovascular Unit

Chico, CA
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,716/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Emergency Room / Med-Surg Nurse

Travel Contract

Emergency Room / Med-Surg Nurse

Alturas, CA
Genie Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,716/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

View job details for Emergency Department RN

Travel Contract

Emergency Department RN

Fall River Mills, CA
Coast Medical Service
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,716/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 9 days ago

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Marysville, CA
Coast Medical Service
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,716/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse

Santa Cruz, CA
Jackson Nurse Professionals
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,715/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 11 days ago

View job details for Cardiovascular Operating Room RN

Travel Contract

Cardiovascular Operating Room RN

Sacramento, CA
Focus Staff
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,715/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

South Lake Tahoe, CA
Aequor Healthcare
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

$2,715/week

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Emergency Room / Med-Surg Nurse

Travel Contract

Emergency Room / Med-Surg Nurse

Alturas, CA
Openwork Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,714/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse

San Jose, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,714/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Not finding what you’re looking for?

Start a new search

Thousands of
healthcare jobs
in your pocket

4.8

13.6k Ratings

4.4

1.5k Ratings

A nurse browsing Vivian jobs using a phone.

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.

Explore all travel Registered Nurse salary insights

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.

Was this page helpful?

Yes