How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Thursday, July 9th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,621 but can pay up to $4,909 per week.

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

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Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Clovis, California
Clovis Community Medical Center
Epic Travel Staffing and 11 others

UP TO $3,500/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for RN First Assistant

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Travel Contract

RN First Assistant

Lakeport, California
Sutter Lakeside Hospital
Meda Health and 9 others

UP TO $3,471/wk

Days

4x10

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Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Clovis, California
Clovis Community Medical Center
Olaro

UP TO $3,412/wk

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for RN Case Manager

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RN Case Manager

Sacramento, California
Methodist Hospital of Sacramento
Coast Medical Service and 9 others

UP TO $3,400/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Cardiac Cath Lab RN

4 agencies can help you get this contract

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Cardiac Cath Lab RN

Los Angeles, California
White Memorial Medical Center
Thrive Staffing and 3 others

UP TO $3,391/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for Cardiac Cath Lab RN

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Travel Contract

Cardiac Cath Lab RN

Sacramento, California
Mercy General Hospital
TNAA TotalMed RN and 21 others

UP TO $3,384/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Correctional Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Correctional Registered Nurse

Susanville, California
High Desert State Prison
Catalytic Solutions

UP TO $3,346/wk

Nights

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

Correctional Registered Nurse

Susanville, California
High Desert State Prison
Catalytic Solutions

UP TO $3,346/wk

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

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View job details for RN Case Manager

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Travel Contract

RN Case Manager

Carmichael, California
Mercy San Juan Medical Center
Cuready Healthcare Staffing and 6 others

UP TO $3,324/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Cath Lab Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Cath Lab Registered Nurse

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Stanyan Hospital
TNAA TotalMed RN and 13 others

UP TO $3,313/wk

Days

4x10

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Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Stanyan Hospital
TNAA TotalMed RN and 12 others

UP TO $3,309/wk

Days

4x10

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Labor & Delivery RN

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Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN

Redding, California
Mercy Medical Center Redding
Voca Healthcare and 21 others

UP TO $3,305/wk

Rotating

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Orange, California
Saint Joseph Hospital
LeaderStat and 17 others

UP TO $3,290/wk

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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View job details for Labor & Delivery RN

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Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN

Chula Vista, California
Sharp HealthCare - 751 Medical Center Court
Voca Healthcare and 10 others

UP TO $3,285/wk

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for CVOR Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

CVOR Registered Nurse

Fullerton, California
Saint Jude Medical Center
American Consultants and 26 others

UP TO $3,277/wk

Days

4x10

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Neuro ICU Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Neuro ICU Registered Nurse

Castro Valley, California
Eden Medical Center
LanceSoft and 11 others

UP TO $3,255/wk

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for CVOR Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

CVOR Registered Nurse

Santa Monica, California
Providence Saint John's Health Center
American Consultants and 24 others

UP TO $3,250/wk

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

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View job details for CVOR Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

CVOR Registered Nurse

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Medical Center
Cuready Healthcare Staffing and 11 others

UP TO $3,242/wk

Days

4x10

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Labor & Delivery/Postpartum Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery/Postpartum Registered Nurse

Oxnard, California
Saint John's Regional Medical Center
Thrive Staffing and 22 others

UP TO $3,240/wk

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Wound Ostomy Nurse

3 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Wound Ostomy Nurse

Newport Beach, California
Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
Voca Healthcare and 2 others

UP TO $3,215/wk

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,534/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,534 per week. This is 14% higher than the US average of $2,178.

Last updated on July 7, 2026. Based on 9,686 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 (558 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (277 jobs), and Host Healthcare (257 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 Lodi Memorial (245 jobs), Adventist Health Bakersfield (157 jobs), and Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (126 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, July 9th 2026, Vivian has 144 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $81 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $132 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, July 9th 2026, Vivian has 21 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $67 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, July 9th 2026, Vivian has 539 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $64 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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