How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Friday, October 30th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,646 but can pay up to $4,939 per week.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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View job details for Travel Nurse Lead RN - Manager

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse Lead RN - Manager

San Luis Obispo, CA
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Nights, Rotating
Referral Bonus

$2,700/week

Nights

Rotating

3x12

Referral Bonus

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Manager

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Manager

San Luis Obispo, CA
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,700/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted Today

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - House Supervisor

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - House Supervisor

San Luis Obispo, CA
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,700/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted Today

View job details for ER RN

Travel Contract

ER RN

Orange, CA
Bestica
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,700/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Redwood City, CA
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,700/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 3 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Redwood City, CA
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,700/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 3 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Redwood City, CA
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,700/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 3 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
Prime Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights

$2,700/week

Days

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted 9 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Oxnard, CA
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,700/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Lancaster, CA
ProKatchers
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights

$2,700/week

Days

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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

$2,700/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Lynwood, CA
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,700/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Lynwood, CA
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,700/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Acute Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Acute Care

Quincy, CA
ProKatchers
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,700/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted Today

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Utilization Review

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Utilization Review

Arcata, CA
ProKatchers
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,700/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 9 days ago

View job details for PACU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

PACU Registered Nurse

St. Helena, CA
Stability Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Flexible

$2,700/week

Flexible

4x10

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

View job details for OB/GYN RN

Travel Contract

OB/GYN RN

Oakland, CA
Stability Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,700/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 7 days ago

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Palm Springs, CA
Med Ninjas
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,700/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

View job details for L&D RN

Travel Contract

L&D RN

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

$2,700/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for L&D RN

Travel Contract

L&D RN

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

$2,700/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,545/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,545 per week. This is 12% higher than the US average of $2,249.

Last updated on October 30, 2026. Based on 21,107 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 Medical Solutions (644 jobs), Triage Staffing (589 jobs), and Host Healthcare (574 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 (297 jobs), Mercy Medical Center Redding (274 jobs), and Simi Valley Hospital (248 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, October 30th 2026, Vivian has 103 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $84 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $128 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, October 30th 2026, Vivian has 11 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $72 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, October 30th 2026, Vivian has 1,247 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $66 per hour on average, and up to $97 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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