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View job details for ICU RN
5 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU RN

  • Redding, California
  • Mercy Medical Center Redding
  • Triage Staffing and 4 others

UP TO $2,871/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 8 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for PACU RN
7 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PACU RN

  • San Francisco, California
  • UCSF Bayfront Medical Building
  • Triage Staffing and 6 others

UP TO $2,871/wk

Days
5x8
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Wound Care
1 agency can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Wound Care

  • Newport Beach, California
  • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
  • Triage Staffing

UP TO $2,870/wk

Flexible
5x8
Above Average Pay
Posted 10 hours ago
View job details for PICU RN
6 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PICU RN

  • San Diego, California
  • Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego
  • American Traveler and 5 others

UP TO $2,851/wk

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for PICU RN
5 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PICU RN

  • San Diego, California
  • Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego
  • American Traveler and 4 others

UP TO $2,851/wk

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for PICU RN
5 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PICU RN

  • San Diego, California
  • Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego
  • American Traveler and 4 others

UP TO $2,851/wk

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for PACU RN
6 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PACU RN

  • San Francisco, California
  • UCSF Bayfront Medical Building
  • TNAA TotalMed RN and 5 others

UP TO $2,850/wk

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for NICU RN
7 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

NICU RN

  • San Francisco, California
  • California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus
  • Host Healthcare and 6 others

UP TO $2,850/wk

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Interventional Radiology RN
14 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Interventional Radiology RN

  • Marina Del Rey, California
  • Marina Del Rey Hospital
  • CrossMed and 13 others

UP TO $2,837/wk

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Case Manager RN
8 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Case Manager RN

  • Rancho Mirage, California
  • Eisenhower Medical Center
  • Coast Medical Service and 7 others

UP TO $2,827/wk

5x8
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for PACU RN
15 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PACU RN

  • San Francisco, California
  • California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus
  • CrossMed and 14 others

UP TO $2,827/wk

5x8
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Case Manager RN
22 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Case Manager RN

  • Torrance, California
  • Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance
  • American Consultants and 21 others

UP TO $2,803/wk

Days
5x8
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for NICU RN
14 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

NICU RN

  • Modesto, California
  • Memorial Medical Center
  • Assured Nursing and 13 others

UP TO $2,799/wk

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for ER RN
9 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ER RN

  • Redding, California
  • Mercy Medical Center Redding
  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 8 others

UP TO $2,792/wk

Days
Evenings
Flexible
3x12
Posted 8 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Case Manager RN
22 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Case Manager RN

  • Burbank, California
  • Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
  • TravSource and 21 others

UP TO $2,779/wk

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Cardiac ICU RN
2 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Cardiac ICU RN

  • Redding, California
  • Mercy Medical Center Redding
  • Uniti Med and 1 other

UP TO $2,779/wk

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 8 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Neuro ICU RN
13 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Neuro ICU RN

  • Castro Valley, California
  • Eden Medical Center
  • Meda Health and 12 others

UP TO $2,773/wk

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Case Manager
16 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Case Manager

  • Apple Valley, California
  • Saint Joseph Health Saint Mary
  • Coast Medical Service and 15 others

UP TO $2,772/wk

5x8
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for RN Case Manager
15 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN Case Manager

  • Mission Viejo, California
  • Mission Hospital Mission Viejo
  • Coast Medical Service and 14 others

UP TO $2,772/wk

5x8
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Case Manager RN
21 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Case Manager RN

  • Eureka, California
  • Saint Joseph Hospital
  • TravSource and 20 others

UP TO $2,772/wk

5x8
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,543/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,543 per week. This is 14% higher than the US average of $2,186.

Last updated on August 22, 2026. Based on 12,791 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 TNAA TotalMed RN (256 jobs), Triage Staffing (239 jobs), and Cross Country Nurses (231 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 Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (149 jobs), Twin Cities Community Hospital (136 jobs), and Mad River Community Hospital (100 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, August 24th 2026, Vivian has 106 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $85 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 Monday, August 24th 2026, Vivian has 11 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 Monday, August 24th 2026, Vivian has 472 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $66 per hour on average, and up to $108 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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