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 Neuro ICU RN

9 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Neuro ICU RN

Castro Valley, California
Eden Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 8 others

UP TO $2,699/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Infusion RN

6 agencies can help you get this contract

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Infusion RN

Los Angeles, California
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
TotalMed RN and 5 others

UP TO $2,698/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for Pediatric Oncology RN

10 agencies can help you get this contract

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Pediatric Oncology RN

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Medical Center
TotalMed RN and 9 others

UP TO $2,697/wk

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View job details for ICU RN

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ICU RN

Glendale, California
Glendale Adventist Medical Center
Meda Health and 18 others

UP TO $2,695/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Critical Care Float RN

5 agencies can help you get this contract

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Critical Care Float RN

Escondido, California
Palomar Medical Center
TotalMed RN and 4 others

UP TO $2,694/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for CVICU RN

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CVICU RN

Escondido, California
Palomar Medical Center
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 5 others

UP TO $2,694/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ICU RN

6 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

ICU RN

Escondido, California
Palomar Medical Center
Stability Healthcare and 5 others

UP TO $2,694/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ER RN

5 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

ER RN

Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital
Stability Healthcare and 4 others

UP TO $2,693/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ER RN

5 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

ER RN

Apple Valley, California
Saint Joseph Health Saint Mary
Stability Healthcare and 4 others

UP TO $2,692/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Pain Management RN

7 agencies can help you get this contract

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Pain Management RN

San Francisco, California
UCSF Bayfront Medical Building
Uniti Med and 6 others

UP TO $2,692/wk

Days

Flexible

5x8

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View job details for ER RN

26 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

ER RN

Santa Cruz, California
Dominican Hospital
Uniti Med and 25 others

UP TO $2,691/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Pediatric ER RN

13 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Pediatric ER RN

Oakland, California
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
TotalMed RN and 12 others

UP TO $2,677/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Telemetry RN

12 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Telemetry RN

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Stanyan Hospital
Solomon Page and 11 others

UP TO $2,677/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ER RN

13 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

ER RN

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Stanyan Hospital
Uniti Med and 12 others

UP TO $2,677/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Tele Float RN

7 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Tele Float RN

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Medical Center
Solomon Page and 6 others

UP TO $2,677/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for NICU RN

15 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

NICU RN

Oakland, California
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
American Traveler and 14 others

UP TO $2,677/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Telemetry RN

7 agencies can help you get this contract

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Telemetry RN

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Hyde Hospital
Solomon Page and 6 others

UP TO $2,677/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

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Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Lynnwood, California
Saint Francis Medical Center
American Traveler

UP TO $2,669/wk

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for ICU Float Pool RN

10 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

ICU Float Pool RN

Oxnard, California
Saint John's Regional Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 9 others

UP TO $2,663/wk

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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View job details for OB/GYN RN

4 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

OB/GYN RN

Oakland, California
Highland Hospital
Stability Healthcare and 3 others

UP TO $2,685/wk

Days

5x8

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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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