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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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View job details for Home Health Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Home Health Registered Nurse

  • San Diego, CA
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,462/week

Days
3x12
View job details for Home Health Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Home Health Registered Nurse

  • San Diego, CA
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,462/week

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

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Medical Solutions
  • 4x10 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,453/week

Days
4x10
Referral Bonus
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Tustin, CA
  • Trustaff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,435/week

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

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Tustin, CA
  • Trustaff
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,435/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for PICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PICU Registered Nurse

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Meda Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Rotating

$1,433/week

Rotating
3x12
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for NICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

NICU Registered Nurse

  • San Diego, CA
  • Healthcare Support
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,432/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 10 days ago
View job details for Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Medical Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,430/week

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

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,417/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Pediatric RN
Travel Contract

Pediatric RN

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Meda Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,406/week

Days
3x12
Posted 13 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 4x10 hrs, Evenings
  • Referral Bonus

$1,402/week

Evenings
4x10
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for RN Cardiac PCU/IMC Stepdown Nurse
Travel Contract

RN Cardiac PCU/IMC Stepdown Nurse

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Meda Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Rotating

$1,391/week

Rotating
3x12
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - LDRP - Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - LDRP - Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • AHS Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,386/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care

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

$1,362/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Long Term Care Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Long Term Care Registered Nurse

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

$1,362/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Oncology Hematology RN
Travel Contract

Oncology Hematology RN

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Meda Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Rotating

$1,324/week

Rotating
3x12
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Labor and Delivery RN
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

  • Barstow, CA
  • Supplemental Health Care
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,309/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Tustin, CA
  • Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,303/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

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

$1,303/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Burn ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Burn ICU Registered Nurse

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Meda Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,264/week

Days
3x12
Posted 10 days ago
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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,548/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,548 per week. This is 15% higher than the US average of $2,172.

Last updated on July 9, 2026. Based on 10,688 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 (514 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (282 jobs), and Host Healthcare (250 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 Lodi Memorial (241 jobs), Adventist Health Bakersfield (147 jobs), and Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (124 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, July 10th 2026, Vivian has 153 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $80 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 Friday, July 10th 2026, Vivian has 21 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $68 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 Friday, July 10th 2026, Vivian has 581 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $66 per hour on average, and up to $107 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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