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

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • LanceSoft
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,108/week

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

  • Templeton, CA
  • LanceSoft
  • 3x12 hrs, Days, Nights, Rotating

$3,108/week

Days
Nights
Rotating
3x12
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • San Jose, CA
  • TalentBurst, Inc
  • 4x8 hrs, Days

$1,630/week

Days
4x8
Posted Today
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Willits, CA
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,618/week

Nights
3x12
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Willits, CA
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,618/week

Nights
3x12
View job details for Operating Room Circulator RN
Travel Contract

Operating Room Circulator RN

  • San Rafael, CA
  • Coast Medical Service
  • 2x16 hrs, Days

$1,606/week

Days
2x16
 Verified
View job details for Telemetry Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Telemetry Registered Nurse

  • Montclair, CA
  • Uniti Med
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,605/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for Telemetry Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Telemetry Registered Nurse

  • Montclair, CA
  • Uniti Med
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,605/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for Telemetry Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Telemetry Registered Nurse

  • Montclair, CA
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,605/week

Days
3x12
View job details for Telemetry Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Telemetry Registered Nurse

  • Montclair, CA
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,605/week

Nights
3x12
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Templeton, CA
  • Uniti Med
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,601/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse

  • Templeton, CA
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$1,601/week

Days
5x8
View job details for Med-Surg Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Med-Surg Registered Nurse

  • Tehachapi, CA
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,583/week

Days
3x12
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Med-Surg Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Med-Surg Registered Nurse

  • Tehachapi, CA
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,583/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Med-Surg Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Med-Surg Registered Nurse

  • Fort Bragg, CA
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,575/week

Nights
3x12
Posted Today
View job details for Chronic Dialysis RN
Travel Contract

Chronic Dialysis RN

  • Inglewood, CA
  • Healthcare Support
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,566/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Med-Surg Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Med-Surg Registered Nurse

  • Hanford, CA
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,561/week

Days
3x12
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Med-Surg Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Med-Surg Registered Nurse

  • Tehachapi, CA
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,555/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - First Assist
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - First Assist

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Uniti Med
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,553/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - First Assist
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - First Assist

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$1,553/week

Days
5x8
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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,438/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,438 per week. This is 11% higher than the US average of $2,161.

Last updated on March 31, 2026. Based on 7,294 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 (471 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (192 jobs), and GQR Healthcare (179 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 Bakersfield (128 jobs), White Memorial Medical Center (94 jobs), and Adventist Health Lodi Memorial (92 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, April 2nd 2026, Vivian has 171 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $78 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 Thursday, April 2nd 2026, Vivian has 10 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $73 per hour on average and up to $87 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, April 2nd 2026, Vivian has 338 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $65 per hour on average, and up to $100 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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