How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Monday, December 22nd 2025, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,772 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 Perioperative Operating Room RN (Circulator/Scrub)

Travel Contract

Perioperative Operating Room RN (Circulator/Scrub)

Quincy, CA
Coast Medical Service
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,766/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry

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

$2,765/week

Days

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry

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

$2,765/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 5 days ago

View job details for Neuro ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Neuro ICU Registered Nurse

Carmichael, CA
Cure Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,765/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 9 days ago

View job details for Acute Care RN Case Manager

Travel Contract

Acute Care RN Case Manager

Mission Hills, CA
Slate Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,765/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Posted 5 days ago

View job details for RN Case Manager

Travel Contract

RN Case Manager

Eureka, CA
Slate Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,765/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Posted 5 days ago

View job details for Acute Care RN Case Manager

Travel Contract

Acute Care RN Case Manager

Mission Hills, CA
Slate Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,765/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 12 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Marysville, CA
Aequor Healthcare
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

$2,764/week

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Emergency Room / Med-Surg Nurse

Travel Contract

Emergency Room / Med-Surg Nurse

Alturas, CA
Uniti Med
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,764/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 4 days ago

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View job details for Emergency Room / Med-Surg Nurse

Travel Contract

Emergency Room / Med-Surg Nurse

Alturas, CA
GQR Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,764/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 4 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Mission Viejo, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,764/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Alturas, CA
Trustaff
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,763/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 4 days ago

View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

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

$2,763/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 10 days ago

View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Napa, CA
Coast Medical Service
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,760/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 6 days ago

Verified

View job details for CVICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

CVICU Registered Nurse

Burlingame, CA
Anders Group
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,760/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse Senior RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Palm Springs, CA
Prodware Solutions LLC
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights

$2,760/week

Days

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Endoscopy

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Endoscopy

Mountain View, CA
LanceSoft
4x10 hrs, Days

$2,760/week

Days

4x10

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 4 days ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Burlingame, CA
Malone Healthcare - Nursing
4x10 hrs, Days, Evenings
Referral Bonus

$2,760/week

Days

Evenings

4x10

Referral Bonus

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Orange, CA
LanceSoft
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,760/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Wound Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Wound Care

Moreno Valley, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,760/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,592/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,592 per week. This is 16% higher than the US average of $2,168.

Last updated on December 21, 2025. Based on 8,888 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 (335 jobs), First Connect Health (247 jobs), and AMN Healthcare Nursing (229 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 Mercy Hospital Downtown (139 jobs), Mills-Peninsula Medical Center (98 jobs), and Enloe Medical Center (72 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, December 22nd 2025, Vivian has 122 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $72 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $127 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, December 22nd 2025, Vivian has 28 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 Monday, December 22nd 2025, Vivian has 273 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $70 per hour on average, and up to $93 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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