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View job details for Operating Room RN
Travel Contract

Operating Room RN

  • Redwood City, CA
  • Medical Solutions
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$3,316/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,748/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

  • Saint Helena, CA
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,744/week

Days
3x12
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

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

$1,743/week

Nights
3x12
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

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

$1,743/week

Nights
3x12
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

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

$1,743/week

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

ER Registered Nurse

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

$1,740/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

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

$1,737/week

Days
3x12
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Manager
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Manager

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,737/week

Days
3x12
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,737/week

Nights
3x12
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

  • Tulare, CA
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Evenings

$1,735/week

Evenings
3x12
View job details for PCU/Oncology Float Pool RN
Travel Contract

PCU/Oncology Float Pool RN

  • San Diego, CA
  • Prime Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,725/week

3x12
View job details for Med/Surg RN - Epic & Cerner, Balloon Pump/Impella
Travel Contract

Med/Surg RN - Epic & Cerner, Balloon Pump/Impella

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,724/week

Days
3x12
View job details for Telemetry RN
Travel Contract

Telemetry RN

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,724/week

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

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

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

$1,724/week

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

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

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

$1,724/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse

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

$1,724/week

Days
3x12
View job details for Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse

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

$1,724/week

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

Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,722/week

Days
3x12
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

  • Rancho Mirage, CA
  • Coast Medical Service
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,713/week

Days
3x12
Posted 6 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 (490 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (292 jobs), and Bestica (288 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 (299 jobs), Adventist Health Lodi Memorial (194 jobs), and Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (85 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, July 14th 2026, Vivian has 164 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $81 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $137 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 656 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $67 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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