How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, December 23rd 2025, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,790 but can pay up to $5,750 per week.

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

San Luis Obispo, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,840/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted 4 days ago

View job details for Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

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

$1,839/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

Laguna Hills, CA
NuWest Travel Nursing
3x12 hrs

$1,835/week

3x12

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Pomona, CA
Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$1,830/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted Today

View job details for RN Case Manager – Acute Rehab Unit

Travel Contract

RN Case Manager – Acute Rehab Unit

Santa Clarita, CA
LeaderStat
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

$1,829/week

3x12

Referral Bonus

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics

Long Beach, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,829/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted 3 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Home Health

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Home Health

Ventura, CA
SkyBridge Healthcare Home Health & Hospice
5x8 hrs, Days

$1,822/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for RN Case Manager – Acute Rehab Unit

Travel Contract

RN Case Manager – Acute Rehab Unit

Valencia, CA
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

$1,821/week

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted Today

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

San Luis Obispo, CA
Anders Group
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

$1,819/week

Rotating

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted 13 days ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Los Angeles, CA
Anders Group
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,819/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted 13 days ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Los Angeles, CA
Anders Group
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,819/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Los Angeles, CA
Anders Group
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,819/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

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

$1,819/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Glendale, CA
Anders Group
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,819/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry

Glendale, CA
Anders Group
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

$1,819/week

Rotating

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Glendale, CA
Anders Group
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

$1,819/week

Rotating

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Glendale, CA
Anders Group
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

$1,819/week

Rotating

3x12

Referral Bonus

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry

Glendale, CA
Anders Group
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

$1,819/week

Rotating

3x12

Referral Bonus

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Travel Home Health RN (Geriatric)

Travel Contract

Travel Home Health RN (Geriatric)

Ventura, CA
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$1,798/week

Days

4x9

Referral Bonus

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View job details for Travel Home Health Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Travel Home Health Registered Nurse

Los Angeles, CA
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$1,798/week

Days

4x9

Referral Bonus

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 (328 jobs), First Connect Health (239 jobs), and Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing (177 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 (116 jobs), Enloe Medical Center (70 jobs), and Mills-Peninsula Medical Center (69 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, December 23rd 2025, Vivian has 185 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $77 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 Tuesday, December 23rd 2025, Vivian has 30 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 Tuesday, December 23rd 2025, Vivian has 321 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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