How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Wednesday, February 18th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,591 but can pay up to $15,358 per week.

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View job details for ICU/CCU Registered Nurse

29 agencies can help you get this contract

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ICU/CCU Registered Nurse

Chico, California
Enloe Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 28 others

$2,340-3,283/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for RN GI/IR Hybrid

16 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

RN GI/IR Hybrid

Folsom, California
Mercy Hospital of Folsom
Medical Solutions and 15 others

$2,702-3,278/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for Cath Lab Registered Nurse

2 agencies can help you get this contract

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Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital
Medical Solutions and 1 other

$2,926-3,248/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for Interventional Radiology RN

8 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Interventional Radiology RN

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Medical Center
Olaro and 7 others

$2,381-3,242/week

Days

4x10

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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

$2,873-3,239/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Operating Room RN

8 agencies can help you get this contract

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Operating Room RN

San Diego, California
Sharp Memorial Hospital
Host Healthcare and 7 others

$2,990-3,237/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Pediatric RN Case Manager

5 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Pediatric RN Case Manager

Oakland, California
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
Olaro and 4 others

$2,446-3,219/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Operating Room Circulating RN

14 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Operating Room Circulating RN

San Rafael, California
Marin Specialty Surgery Center
Host Healthcare and 13 others

$1,611-3,212/week

Rotating

3x12

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View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

2 agencies can help you get this contract

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Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Clearlake, California
Adventist Health Clear Lake
Express Healthcare Staffing Travel and 1 other

$2,973-3,206/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for PICC Registered Nurse

9 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

PICC Registered Nurse

Roseville, California
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
Uniti Med and 8 others

$2,570-3,191/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for RN Case Manager

7 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

RN Case Manager

San Francisco, California
Sutter Health CPMC Mission Bernal Campus
Host Healthcare and 6 others

$2,586-3,168/week

5x8

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View job details for RN Case Manager

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RN Case Manager

San Francisco, California
Sutter Health CPMC Mission Bernal Campus
Host Healthcare and 6 others

$2,586-3,168/week

5x8

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View job details for Pediatric Case Manager RN

5 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Pediatric Case Manager RN

Oakland, California
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
Olaro and 4 others

$2,420-3,103/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for PICC Registered Nurse

10 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

PICC Registered Nurse

Roseville, California
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 9 others

$2,570-3,070/week

5x8

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View job details for Pediatric Operating Room RN

9 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Pediatric Operating Room RN

Oakland, California
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
Uniti Med and 8 others

$2,316-3,070/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for Operating Room Nurse

5 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Operating Room Nurse

San Diego, California
Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women and Newborns
Medical Solutions and 4 others

$2,812-3,066/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Oncology RN

17 agencies can help you get this contract

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Oncology RN

Chico, California
Enloe Medical Center
Synergy Medical Staffing and 16 others

$2,574-3,046/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Department Charge Nurse

22 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Emergency Department Charge Nurse

Bakersfield, California
Mercy Hospital Downtown
Medical Solutions and 21 others

$2,522-3,034/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

1 agency can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Tracy, California
Sutter Tracy Community Hospital
LanceSoft

$3,034/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for RN Case Manager

10 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

RN Case Manager

Mission Hills, California
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 9 others

$2,502-3,019/week

Days

5x8

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,397/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,397 per week. This is 5% higher than the US average of $2,276.

Last updated on February 17, 2026. Based on 17 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 (351 jobs), GQR Healthcare (205 jobs), and Host Healthcare (181 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 Enloe Medical Center (135 jobs), Adventist Health Lodi Memorial (125 jobs), and Adventist Health Bakersfield (86 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, February 18th 2026, Vivian has 105 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $79 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 Wednesday, February 18th 2026, Vivian has 18 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $74 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 Wednesday, February 18th 2026, Vivian has 312 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $65 per hour on average, and up to $130 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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