How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Saturday, December 27th 2025, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,778 but can pay up to $5,750 per week.

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View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

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Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Folsom, California
Mercy Hospital of Folsom
Medical Solutions and 21 others

$2,957-3,458/week

Nights

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View job details for RN Case Manager - Utilization Review

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Travel Contract

RN Case Manager - Utilization Review

Greenbrae, California
Marin General Hospital
Catalytic Solutions and 9 others

$2,870-3,449/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

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Labor and Delivery RN

Torrance, California
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance
Prime Staffing and 23 others

$2,560-3,442/week

Nights

3x12

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Labor and Delivery RN

Torrance, California
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance
Prime Staffing and 20 others

$2,560-3,442/week

Nights

3x12

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Labor & Delivery Nurse

Santa Maria, California
Marian Regional Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 24 others

$2,823-3,423/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse

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Operating Room Registered Nurse

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Medical Center
Prime Staffing and 9 others

$2,419-3,419/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for RN Care Coordinator

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Travel Contract

RN Care Coordinator

Merced, California
Mercy Medical Center Merced
Ethos Medical Staffing and 7 others

$2,488-3,414/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Cath Lab Registered Nurse

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Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital
Medical Solutions and 2 others

$3,153-3,413/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for Operating Room RN (CVOR)

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Operating Room RN (CVOR)

San Diego, California
Sharp Memorial Hospital
PRN Healthcare and 6 others

$2,880-3,399/week

Rotating

3x12

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View job details for Cardiovascular Operating Room RN

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Travel Contract

Cardiovascular Operating Room RN

San Diego, California
Sharp Memorial Hospital
Medical Solutions and 7 others

$2,880-3,399/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for RN Case Manager

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Travel Contract

RN Case Manager

San Diego, California
Sharp Memorial Hospital
Host Healthcare and 6 others

$3,099-3,477/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Cath Lab Registered Nurse

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Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Mission Hills, California
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 26 others

$2,620-3,385/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for Pediatric ICU Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Pediatric ICU Registered Nurse

Madera, California
Valley Children's Healthcare
Medical Solutions and 9 others

$2,954-3,370/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Cath Lab Registered Nurse

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Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Los Angeles, California
CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center
PRN Healthcare and 8 others

$2,957-3,346/week

Days

Flexible

5x8

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View job details for Perioperative OR Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Perioperative OR Registered Nurse

Chico, California
Enloe Medical Center
Openwork Health and 20 others

$2,535-3,346/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Cath Lab Registered Nurse

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Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital
MedSource LLC and 10 others

$2,606-3,335/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for Cardiovascular Operating Room RN

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Cardiovascular Operating Room RN

Sacramento, California
Sutter Medical Center
Prime Staffing and 16 others

$2,365-3,312/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Labor & Delivery Nurse

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Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Nurse

Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Medical Solutions and 22 others

$2,837-3,290/week

Nights

3x12

Retention Bonus

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View job details for Neuro ICU Registered Nurse

8 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Neuro ICU Registered Nurse

La Mesa, California
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
Medical Solutions and 7 others

$2,983-3,265/week

Days

3x12

Retention Bonus

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View job details for Wound Ostomy Nurse

4 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Wound Ostomy Nurse

Newport Beach, California
Hoag Memorial Hospital - 4041 MacArthur Blvd.
Stability Healthcare and 3 others

$2,873-3,385/week

Days

5x8

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,635/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,635 per week. This is 18% higher than the US average of $2,152.

Last updated on December 27, 2025. Based on 6,801 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 (308 jobs), First Connect Health (206 jobs), and Host 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 Mad River Community Hospital (85 jobs), Mercy Hospital Downtown (78 jobs), and Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance (78 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, December 27th 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 Saturday, December 27th 2025, Vivian has 23 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 Saturday, December 27th 2025, Vivian has 314 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $71 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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