How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Wednesday, December 31st 2025, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,795 but can pay up to $5,750 per week.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

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

$2,917/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Travel Labor & Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Travel Labor & Delivery RN

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

$2,917/week

Nights

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

Castro Valley, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,911/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

San Francisco, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,905/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted Today

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

San Francisco, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,895/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Fresno, CA
Triage Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,888/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Eureka, CA
Triage Staffing
4x12 hrs, Days

$2,884/week

Days

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 11 days ago

View job details for Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Eureka, CA
Skyline Med Staff Home Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,883/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 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

Palo Alto, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

$2,877/week

Rotating

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted Today

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Palo Alto, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

$2,877/week

Rotating

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted Today

View job details for Travel Labor & Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Travel Labor & Delivery RN

Fairfield, CA
Triage Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,875/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

View job details for Operating Room RN

Travel Contract

Operating Room RN

San Jose, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

$2,874/week

Evenings

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted Today

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

San Francisco, CA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,874/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Wound Ostomy Nurse

Travel Contract

Wound Ostomy Nurse

Newport Beach, CA
Triage Staffing
5x8 hrs, Nights

$2,873/week

Nights

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Poway, CA
Triage Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,869/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Labor & Delivery RN (Postpartum Float)

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN (Postpartum Float)

Escondido, CA
Triage Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,869/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

San Bernardino, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,869/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Santa Clara, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,867/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted Today

View job details for Emergency Room / Med-Surg Nurse

Travel Contract

Emergency Room / Med-Surg Nurse

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

$2,865/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Operating Room Circulating RN

Travel Contract

Operating Room Circulating RN

San Rafael, CA
Triage Staffing
5x7 hrs, Days

$2,860/week

Days

5x7

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 7 days ago

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,646/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,646 per week. This is 19% higher than the US average of $2,150.

Last updated on December 29, 2025. Based on 6,207 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 (335 jobs), Host Healthcare (168 jobs), and TNAA TotalMed RN (157 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 (127 jobs), Mills-Peninsula Medical Center (67 jobs), and Memorial Medical Center (57 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, December 31st 2025, Vivian has 81 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $77 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $110 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, December 31st 2025, Vivian has 21 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, December 31st 2025, Vivian has 227 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $69 per hour on average, and up to $113 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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