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View job details for Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Cath Lab Registered Nurse

  • Fullerton, CA
  • Catalytic Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Flexible
  • Referral Bonus

$3,019/week

Flexible
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 9 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Anders Group
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,420/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
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Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Telemetry Nurse Shift Manager
Travel Contract

Telemetry Nurse Shift Manager

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Triage Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,420/week

Nights
3x12
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Anders Group
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,420/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - LDRP - Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - LDRP - Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum

  • Susanville, CA
  • Voca Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,419/week

Nights
3x12
Apply now
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR Circulate
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR Circulate

  • San Rafael, CA
  • LanceSoft
  • 4x8 hrs, Flexible

$2,418/week

Flexible
4x8
Apply now
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

  • Torrance, CA
  • Trustaff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,417/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

  • Torrance, CA
  • Trustaff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,417/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Clinic Oncology
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Clinic Oncology

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Travel Nurses, Inc.
  • 5x8 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,417/week

5x8
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 11 days ago
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
  • Skyline Med Staff Home Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,415/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted Today
 Verified
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
  • Skyline Med Staff Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,415/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted Today
 Verified
View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

  • Orange, CA
  • Skyline Med Staff Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,415/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 7 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Ukiah, CA
  • Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,413/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 10 days ago
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
  • Ardor Health Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,412/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted Today
 Verified
View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

  • Torrance, CA
  • Excel Medical Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,412/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
View job details for RN Case Manager
Travel Contract

RN Case Manager

  • Palmdale, CA
  • IDR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,412/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Care Manager
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Care Manager

  • Clear Lake, CA
  • Anders Group
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,410/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Outpatient Surgery
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Outpatient Surgery

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • LanceSoft
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$2,410/week

Days
5x8
Apply now
Posted Today
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Ambulatory Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Ambulatory Care

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • LanceSoft
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$2,410/week

Days
5x8
Apply now
Posted Today
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • LanceSoft
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$2,410/week

Days
5x8
Apply now
Posted Today
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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,460/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,460 per week. This is 12% higher than the US average of $2,158.

Last updated on April 2, 2026. Based on 8,209 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 (449 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (196 jobs), and IDR Healthcare (171 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 (118 jobs), Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (96 jobs), and Adventist Health Lodi Memorial (85 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, April 3rd 2026, Vivian has 175 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 Friday, April 3rd 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 Friday, April 3rd 2026, Vivian has 309 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $65 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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