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View job details for NICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

NICU Registered Nurse

  • Salinas, CA
  • Stability Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,427/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for Surgical Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Surgical Registered Nurse

  • Redding, CA
  • Cure Healthcare Staffing
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$2,426/week

Days
5x8
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for Acute Care RN Case Manager
Travel Contract

Acute Care RN Case Manager

  • Torrance, CA
  • Genie Healthcare
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$2,425/week

Days
5x8
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - First Assist
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - First Assist

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • IDR Healthcare
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,425/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

  • SANTA MARIA, CA
  • AMN Healthcare Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,425/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 9 days ago
View job details for RN Case Manager
Travel Contract

RN Case Manager

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,424/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

  • Palm Springs, CA
  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,424/week

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

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

  • Joshua Tree, CA
  • TRS Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,424/week

Nights
3x12
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
  • 5x8 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,423/week

Nights
5x8
Referral Bonus
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR Circulate
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR Circulate

  • Clear Lake, CA
  • Voca Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,422/week

Days
3x12
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Labor and Delivery RN
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

  • Susanville, CA
  • Care Career
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,422/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Critical Care RN
Travel Contract

Critical Care RN

  • Fairfield, CA
  • Care Career
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,422/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for Critical Care RN
Travel Contract

Critical Care RN

  • Fairfield, CA
  • Care Career
  • 3x12 hrs, Rotating
  • Referral Bonus

$2,422/week

Rotating
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

  • Napa, CA
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,421/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for Labor and Delivery RN
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,421/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

  • Torrance, CA
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,421/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for Radiology Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Radiology Registered Nurse

  • Orange, CA
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,421/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - CVOR
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVOR

  • Lodi, CA
  • IDR Healthcare
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,420/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • First Connect Health
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,420/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Emergency Room RN
Travel Contract

Emergency Room RN

  • Palm Springs, CA
  • Cross Country Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,420/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
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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 (471 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (192 jobs), and GQR Healthcare (179 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 (128 jobs), White Memorial Medical Center (94 jobs), and Adventist Health Lodi Memorial (92 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, April 2nd 2026, Vivian has 171 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 Thursday, April 2nd 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 Thursday, April 2nd 2026, Vivian has 338 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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