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 $2,780 but can pay up to $5,750 per week.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

San Diego, CA
LanceSoft
5x8 hrs, Days

$3,515/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 7 days ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Bakersfield, CA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,514/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 2 days ago

View job details for Labor & Delivery Nurse Manager

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Nurse Manager

Colton, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days, Evenings, Flexible
Referral Bonus

$3,512/week

Days

Evenings

Flexible

5x8

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

San Ramon, CA
Trusted Resource Associates (TRA)
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,511/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - CVICU

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVICU

Santa Clara, CA
Compunnel Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$3,510/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

View job details for Interventional Radiology RN

Travel Contract

Interventional Radiology RN

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

$3,509/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 11 days ago

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Carmichael, CA
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,508/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Neurology

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Neurology

Palo Alto, CA
MedSource LLC
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,508/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Santa Rosa, CA
Genie Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$3,507/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

San Francisco, CA
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$3,507/week

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Fresno, CA
Medical Solutions
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,506/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 7 days ago

View job details for CVICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

CVICU Registered Nurse

San Francisco, CA
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Nights

$3,505/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

View job details for CVICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

CVICU Registered Nurse

San Francisco, CA
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Nights

$3,505/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

View job details for Labor & Delivery Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Nurse

San Francisco, CA
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Nights

$3,505/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

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

$3,504/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 9 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Folsom, CA
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,504/week

Days

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Torrance, CA
Bestica
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,503/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Torrance, CA
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Nights

$3,501/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Cath Lab RN

Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

Lynwood, CA
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,501/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Tracy, CA
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Nights

$3,500/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,605/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,605 per week. This is 17% higher than the US average of $2,162.

Last updated on December 23, 2025. Based on 9,645 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 (331 jobs), First Connect Health (221 jobs), and Host Healthcare (169 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 (88 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 128 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 24 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 345 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.

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