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 Operating Room Registered Nurse

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Operating Room Registered Nurse

Santa Barbara, California
Foothill Surgery Center at Sansum Clinic
Uniti Med and 5 others

$1,965-2,474/week

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View job details for Cath Lab Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Irvine, California
UC Irvine Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 10 others

$2,219-2,471/week

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View job details for Utilization Review Nurse

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Utilization Review Nurse

Arcata, California
Mad River Community Hospital
Health Advocates Network - Nursing and 14 others

$1,832-2,457/week

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5x8

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View job details for Inpatient Rehab Case Management RN

8 agencies can help you get this contract

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Inpatient Rehab Case Management RN

Los Gatos, California
HRSR01
Host Healthcare and 7 others

$1,775-2,448/week

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View job details for Labor & Delivery RN

8 agencies can help you get this contract

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Labor & Delivery RN

Fairfield, California
NorthBay Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 7 others

$1,752-2,447/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Room Registered Nurse

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Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Moreno Valley, California
Riverside University Medical Center
Medical Solutions

$2,441/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Outpatient Pediatric Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Outpatient Pediatric Registered Nurse

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Medical Center
Olaro and 7 others

$765-2,420/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for Outpatient Reconstructive Surgery RN

4 agencies can help you get this contract

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Outpatient Reconstructive Surgery RN

Los Angeles, California
Reconstructive Surgery
Prime Staffing and 3 others

$2,212-2,398/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Emergency Room RN

2 agencies can help you get this contract

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Emergency Room RN

Mission Hills, California
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
Trailblazer Staffing Solutions and 1 other

$2,328-2,390/week

Evenings

3x12

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View job details for OB/GYN Ambulatory Clinic Registered Nurse

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OB/GYN Ambulatory Clinic Registered Nurse

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Medical Center
Uniti Med and 6 others

$1,959-2,365/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Step-Down Registered Nurse

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Step-Down Registered Nurse

Redlands, California
Redlands Community Hospital
Uniti Med and 4 others

$2,036-2,352/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Room Registered Nurse

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Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Sacramento, California
University of California Davis Medical Center
Prime Staffing and 4 others

$2,200-2,340/week

Evenings

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Department Registered Nurse

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Emergency Department Registered Nurse

Sacramento, California
University of California Davis Medical Center
Prime Staffing and 4 others

$2,200-2,340/week

Evenings

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Room Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Mission Hills, California
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
Health Advocates Network - Nursing and 15 others

$1,703-2,319/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

San Pedro, California
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center San Pedro
Host Healthcare and 24 others

$1,093-2,319/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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ICU Registered Nurse

Fountain Valley, California
Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 7 others

$1,957-2,303/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for RN Med/Surg Telemetry

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RN Med/Surg Telemetry

Inglewood, California
Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Uniti Med and 2 others

$2,145-2,268/week

3x12

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse (Critical Care)

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ICU Registered Nurse (Critical Care)

Lynwood, California
Saint Francis Medical Center
GHR Healthcare

$2,268/week

3x12

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View job details for PACU Registered Nurse

3 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

PACU Registered Nurse

Redlands, California
Redlands Community Hospital
Uniti Med and 2 others

$2,053-2,243/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Correctional Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Correctional Registered Nurse

California City, California
CoreCivic of Tennessee, LLC - 22844 Virginia Blvd
Focus Staff and 1 other

$2,154-2,226/week

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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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