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View job details for PACU RN
Travel Contract

PACU RN

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Care Career
  • 4x10 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,678/week

Days
4x10
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
View job details for OR RN
Travel Contract

OR RN

  • Fortuna, CA
  • TravSource
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,677/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for Labor and Delivery RN
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Focus Staff
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,675/week

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for PACU RN
Travel Contract

PACU RN

  • Fullerton, CA
  • Bestica
  • 4x10 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,674/week

Days
4x10
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted Today
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,674/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Wound Care RN
Travel Contract

Wound Care RN

  • Oxnard, CA
  • Jackson Nurse Professionals
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,673/week

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for Cath Lab RN
Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

  • Escondido, CA
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,673/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

  • San Francisco, CA
  • ALOIS Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,673/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 13 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

  • Marysville, CA
  • Bestica
  • 4x10 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,673/week

Days
4x10
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted Today
View job details for Cardiac Cath Lab RN
Travel Contract

Cardiac Cath Lab RN

  • Tulare, CA
  • Slate Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,673/week

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for Surgery Lead RN
Travel Contract

Surgery Lead RN

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Solomon Page
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,672/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Camarillo, CA
  • Medlivo
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,672/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for Acute Rehabilitation RN
Travel Contract

Acute Rehabilitation RN

  • Crescent City, CA
  • Prime Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,672/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Oncology Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Oncology Registered Nurse

  • Ukiah, CA
  • Jackson Nurse Professionals
  • 4x10 hrs, Days

$2,671/week

Days
4x10
Above Average Pay
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse

  • Templeton, CA
  • Jackson Nurse Professionals
  • 4x10 hrs, Flexible

$2,671/week

Flexible
4x10
Above Average Pay
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse

  • Templeton, CA
  • Jackson Nurse Professionals
  • 4x10 hrs, Flexible

$2,671/week

Flexible
4x10
Above Average Pay
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Oakland, CA
  • Coast Medical Service
  • 4x10 hrs, Days

$2,671/week

Days
4x10
Above Average Pay
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Oakland, CA
  • Coast Medical Service
  • 4x10 hrs, Days

$2,671/week

Days
4x10
Above Average Pay
View job details for Labor and Delivery RN
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

  • Crescent City, CA
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,670/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 9 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - CVPICU
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVPICU

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Talent4Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Days, Nights

$2,670/week

Days
Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 days ago
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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,504/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,504 per week. This is 13% higher than the US average of $2,185.

Last updated on August 27, 2026. Based on 12,332 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 Cross Country Nurses (269 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (265 jobs), and Medical Solutions (245 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 Twin Cities Community Hospital (122 jobs), Mad River Community Hospital (120 jobs), and Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (97 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, August 27th 2026, Vivian has 49 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $86 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $132 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, August 27th 2026, Vivian has 9 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $77 per hour on average and up to $91 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, August 27th 2026, Vivian has 443 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $67 per hour on average, and up to $108 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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