How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Friday, July 10th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,642 but can pay up to $4,909 per week.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Harbor City, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

$3,290/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Electrophysiology Lab

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Electrophysiology Lab

Stockton, CA
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,290/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 3 days ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Lodi, CA
First Connect Health
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,290/week

Days

4x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 3 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Interventional Radiology

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Interventional Radiology

Bakersfield, CA
First Connect Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,290/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 9 days ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Bakersfield, CA
Bestica
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,290/week

Days

4x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 9 days ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Lodi, CA
LanceSoft
4x12 hrs, Days, Nights

$3,290/week

Days

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Vacaville, CA
Trustaff
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,290/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

Verified

View job details for Registered Nurse First Assistant

Travel Contract

Registered Nurse First Assistant

Bakersfield, CA
Stability Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

$3,290/week

Days

4x10

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Orange, CA
HonorVet Technologies
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,290/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 4 days ago

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

Fullerton, CA
LanceSoft
4x10 hrs, Days

$3,290/week

Days

4x10

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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View job details for Labor & Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN

Watsonville, CA
Pulse Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Nights

$3,289/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Oakland, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,289/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

View job details for Pediatric OR RN

Travel Contract

Pediatric OR RN

Madera, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,289/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - First Assist

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - First Assist

Bakersfield, CA
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,288/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

San Jose, CA
Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,288/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

San Jose, CA
Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,288/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Pediatric Case Manager RN

Travel Contract

Pediatric Case Manager RN

Palo Alto, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days, Evenings
Referral Bonus

$3,288/week

Days

Evenings

5x8

Referral Bonus

Apply now

View job details for Cardiac Catheterization Lab RN

Travel Contract

Cardiac Catheterization Lab RN

Porterville, CA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,288/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Cardiac Catheterization Lab RN

Travel Contract

Cardiac Catheterization Lab RN

Indio, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,288/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Interim Emergency Services Nurse Manager

Travel Contract

Interim Emergency Services Nurse Manager

Arcata, CA
Thrive Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days

$3,287/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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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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