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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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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ICU Registered Nurse

Redding, California
Shasta Regional Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 20 others

$689-2,823/week

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View job details for Med-Surg/Telemetry Registered Nurse - Transplant

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Med-Surg/Telemetry Registered Nurse - Transplant

San Francisco, California
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus
Medical Solutions and 4 others

$2,366-2,802/week

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3x12

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View job details for RN Case Manager

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RN Case Manager

Los Angeles, California
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 11 others

$2,186-2,795/week

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View job details for Nurse Manager, MedSurg/Telemetry Float Pool

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Nurse Manager, MedSurg/Telemetry Float Pool

Bakersfield, California
Mercy Hospital Downtown
Olaro and 14 others

$2,300-2,778/week

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3x12

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View job details for Emergency Department Registered Nurse

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Emergency Department Registered Nurse

Moreno Valley, California
Riverside University Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 3 others

$2,042-2,769/week

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View job details for RN Oncology Case Manager

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RN Oncology Case Manager

Irvine, California
Joe C Wen FCAC
Host Healthcare and 3 others

$2,298-2,760/week

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View job details for Oncology Case Manager RN

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Oncology Case Manager RN

Irvine, California
Joe C Wen FCAC
Host Healthcare and 4 others

$2,440-2,747/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Interventional Pain Management Registered Nurse

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Interventional Pain Management Registered Nurse

Rancho Mirage, California
Eisenhower Medical Center
Anders Group and 2 others

$2,579-2,740/week

Days

5x9

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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ICU Registered Nurse

Oakland, California
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus
Medical Solutions and 19 others

$2,378-2,730/week

Nights

3x12

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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 4 others

$2,521-2,707/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

Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Prime Staffing and 2 others

$2,604-2,702/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Charge Telemetry RN

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Charge Telemetry RN

Bakersfield, California
Mercy Hospital Downtown
Medical Solutions and 10 others

$2,291-2,702/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Radiology Registered Nurse

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Radiology Registered Nurse

Orange, California
University of California Irvine Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 6 others

$2,436-2,680/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Pediatric Registered Nurse

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Pediatric Registered Nurse

Bakersfield, California
Kern Medical Center
GHR Healthcare and 4 others

$2,382-2,743/week

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Department Registered Nurse

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Emergency Department Registered Nurse

San Francisco, California
California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus
Host Healthcare and 17 others

$2,272-2,672/week

Rotating

3x12

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View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse

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Operating Room Registered Nurse

Santa Barbara, California
Foothill Surgery Center at Sansum Clinic
Host Healthcare and 7 others

$2,226-2,669/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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ICU Registered Nurse

Berkeley, California
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Ashby Campus
Uniti Med and 10 others

$2,354-2,667/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Telemetry Registered Nurse

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Telemetry Registered Nurse

Berkeley, California
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Ashby Campus
Medical Solutions and 7 others

$2,291-2,667/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Travel Acute Cardiac Care RN

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Travel Acute Cardiac Care RN

Moreno Valley, California
Riverside University Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 4 others

$750-2,660/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for RN Case Manager

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Travel Contract

RN Case Manager

West Hills, California
West Hills Hospital & Medical Center
Prime Staffing and 2 others

$2,382-2,660/week

5x8

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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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