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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Labor and Delivery RN

Tracy, California
Sutter Tracy Community Hospital
LanceSoft

$3,034/week

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RN Case Manager

Mission Hills, California
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 7 others

$2,590-3,019/week

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View job details for CVOR Registered Nurse

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CVOR Registered Nurse

Long Beach, California
Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 6 others

$2,396-3,011/week

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View job details for PACU Registered Nurse

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PACU Registered Nurse

San Diego, California
Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women and Newborns
TNAA TotalMed RN and 6 others

$2,590-3,000/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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ICU Registered Nurse

Merced, California
Mercy Medical Center Merced
Medical Solutions and 13 others

$2,439-2,998/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Pediatric OR Registered Nurse

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Pediatric OR Registered Nurse

Oakland, California
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
Uniti Med and 9 others

$2,396-2,996/week

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View job details for PICU Registered Nurse

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PICU Registered Nurse

Moreno Valley, California
Riverside University Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 5 others

$733-2,979/week

Nights

3x12

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ICU Registered Nurse

Fountain Valley, California
UC Irvine
American Traveler and 3 others

$2,066-2,968/week

3x12

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View job details for Perioperative Operating Room RN (Circulator/Scrub)

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Perioperative Operating Room RN (Circulator/Scrub)

Quincy, California
Plumas District Hospital
Host Healthcare and 13 others

$2,466-2,926/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Operating Room RN

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Operating Room RN

Chico, California
Enloe Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 26 others

$2,412-2,926/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Acute Care RN Case Manager

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Acute Care RN Case Manager

San Leandro, California
San Leandro Hospital
Prime Staffing and 1 other

$2,650-2,912/week

5x8

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View job details for PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse

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PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse

San Francisco, California
California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus
Host Healthcare and 12 others

$2,164-2,906/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for PACU Registered Nurse

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PACU Registered Nurse

San Mateo, California
Mills Health Center
Host Healthcare and 15 others

$2,111-2,906/week

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View job details for Labor & Delivery RN – Night Shift (Per Diem)

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Labor & Delivery RN – Night Shift (Per Diem)

Lynwood, California
Saint Francis Medical Center
Uniti Med and 2 others

$2,879-2,898/week

3x12

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View job details for Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse

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Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Medical Center
Uniti Med and 6 others

$2,239-2,877/week

3x12

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View job details for RN Labor & Delivery

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RN Labor & Delivery

Riverside, California
Riverside Community Hospital
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA

$2,877/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for RN Case Manager

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RN Case Manager

San Leandro, California
Kindred Hospital - San Francisco Bay Area
Host Healthcare and 8 others

$2,384-2,862/week

5x8

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View job details for PACU Registered Nurse

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PACU Registered Nurse

Petaluma, California
Petaluma Valley Hospital
Host Healthcare and 17 others

$2,066-2,850/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for GI Lab Registered Nurse

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GI Lab Registered Nurse

Berkeley, California
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Ashby Campus
Medical Solutions and 12 others

$2,111-2,841/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for Telemetry Charge Nurse

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Telemetry Charge Nurse

Bakersfield, California
Mercy Hospital Downtown
Olaro and 16 others

$2,291-2,836/week

Days

3x12

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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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