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View job details for RN Case Manager
Travel Contract

RN Case Manager

  • Carmichael, CA
  • Medlivo
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$3,324/week

Days
5x8
Above Average Pay
View job details for CVOR RN
Travel Contract

CVOR RN

  • Lynwood, CA
  • Focus Staff
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$3,324/week

Days
5x8
Above Average Pay
 Verified
View job details for Pediatric RN
Travel Contract

Pediatric RN

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

$1,406/week

Days
3x12
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 4 days 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 6 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 12 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 12 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 12 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 11 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

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

$1,200/week

Nights
3x12
View job details for Correctional Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Correctional Registered Nurse

  • Susanville, CA
  • Catalytic Solutions
  • 2x12 hrs, Flexible
  • Referral Bonus

$1,178/week

Flexible
2x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse Assistant RN - Case Management
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse Assistant RN - Case Management

  • Rancho Mirage, CA
  • Integrated Healthcare Services
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$1,103/week

Days
5x8
Posted 6 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Home Health
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Home Health

  • Ventura, CA
  • LanceSoft
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$1,084/week

Days
5x8
Posted 5 days ago
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Burlingame, CA
  • Slate Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,008/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

  • Oxnard, CA
  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.
  • 5x8 hrs

$960/week

5x8
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

  • Irvine, CA
  • Nursefly
  • 0x8 hrs

$500/week

0x8
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Nursefly
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$500/week

Nights
3x12
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care

  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • Nursefly
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$500/week

Days
3x12
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse Supervisor RN - Labor and Delivery
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse Supervisor RN - Labor and Delivery

  • Oakland, CA
  • Nursefly
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$500/week

Nights
3x12
View job details for Wound Care RN
Travel Contract

Wound Care RN

  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.
  • 1x8 hrs

$480/week

1x8
Posted 11 days ago
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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 $2,178.

Last updated on July 13, 2026. Based on 10,070 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 (488 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (295 jobs), and Bestica (286 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 (252 jobs), Adventist Health Lodi Memorial (193 jobs), and California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus (77 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, July 14th 2026, Vivian has 149 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $81 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, July 14th 2026, Vivian has 17 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 Tuesday, July 14th 2026, Vivian has 667 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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