How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Friday, July 17th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,703 but can pay up to $5,010 per week.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Tulare, CA
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,881/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

Tulare, CA
ProKatchers
3x12 hrs

$2,881/week

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Bakersfield, CA
Medlivo
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,881/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Mission Viejo, CA
Coast Medical Service
4x10 hrs, Days

$2,881/week

Days

4x10

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 3 days ago

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View job details for Clinic Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Clinic Registered Nurse

San Francisco, CA
Meda Health
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,881/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Short Stay

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Short Stay

Montebello, CA
Bestica
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,881/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Montebello, CA
Bestica
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

$2,881/week

Evenings

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Montebello, CA
Bestica
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

$2,880/week

Evenings

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Short Stay

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Short Stay

Los Angeles, CA
Bestica
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,880/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - LDRP - Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - LDRP - Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum

Los Angeles, CA
Prime Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,880/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Clinic

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Clinic

San Francisco, CA
Prime Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,880/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted Today

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Oncology

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Oncology

San Jose, CA
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,880/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for ER Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ER Registered Nurse

Bakersfield, CA
Medlivo
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,880/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Hospice

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Hospice

Stockton, CA
CoreMedical Group
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

$2,880/week

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Burlingame, CA
Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,880/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Burlingame, CA
Triage Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,880/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse

San Luis Obispo, CA
Jackson Nurse Professionals
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,879/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted Today

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

San Luis Obispo, CA
Medical Solutions
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,879/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Home Health

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Home Health

Red Bluff, CA
Trustaff
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,878/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

Verified

View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Santa Rosa, CA
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,877/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,581/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,581 per week. This is 16% higher than the US average of $2,176.

Last updated on July 15, 2026. Based on 12,288 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 (571 jobs), Bestica (400 jobs), and TNAA TotalMed RN (381 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 (316 jobs), Adventist Health Lodi Memorial (202 jobs), and Adventist Medical Center - Hanford (171 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, July 17th 2026, Vivian has 168 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $81 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $137 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, July 17th 2026, Vivian has 26 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $66 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, July 17th 2026, Vivian has 708 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $67 per hour on average, and up to $107 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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