How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, May 19th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,646 but can pay up to $4,800 per week.

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Fremont, CA
Trustaff
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,011/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - House Supervisor

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - House Supervisor

Murrieta, CA
Trustaff
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,005/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - House Supervisor

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - House Supervisor

Murrieta, CA
Trustaff
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,005/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - House Supervisor

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - House Supervisor

Wildomar, CA
Trustaff
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,005/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for PACU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

PACU Registered Nurse

Madera, CA
Supplemental Health Care
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,005/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted Today

View job details for CVOR Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

CVOR Registered Nurse

Redding, CA
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,004/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Modesto, CA
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Days

$3,004/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 11 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Santa Rosa, CA
Bestica
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,003/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

San Luis Obispo, CA
Malone Healthcare - Nursing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,003/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Berkeley, CA
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Days

$3,003/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

View job details for NICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

NICU Registered Nurse

Berkeley, CA
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Days

$3,003/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 12 days ago

View job details for Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Apple Valley, CA
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
4x10 hrs
Referral Bonus

$3,003/week

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted Today

Verified

View job details for OR Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

OR Registered Nurse

Fremont, CA
Genie Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Flexible

$3,003/week

Flexible

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR Circulate

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR Circulate

Clearlake, CA
Express Healthcare Staffing Travel
4x10 hrs, Days

$3,003/week

Days

4x10

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 12 days ago

View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Davis, CA
Stability Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$3,002/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

Verified

View job details for Labor and Delivery Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Nurse

Tracy, CA
Assured Nursing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,002/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Verified

View job details for Cath Lab RN

Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

San Francisco, CA
Stability Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

$3,001/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Verified

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

San Diego, CA
Talent4Health
3x12 hrs, Nights

$3,001/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

Verified

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Los Angeles, CA
ProKatchers
4x12 hrs, Days

$3,001/week

Days

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Templeton, CA
ProKatchers
3x12 hrs, Nights

$3,000/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 6 days ago

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,523/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,523 per week. This is 14% higher than the US average of $2,167.

Last updated on May 18, 2026. Based on 8,292 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 (353 jobs), Bestica (205 jobs), and Cross Country Nurses (189 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 Bakersfield (158 jobs), Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center (77 jobs), and Adventist Health Lodi Memorial (67 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, May 19th 2026, Vivian has 152 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 Tuesday, May 19th 2026, Vivian has 31 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $73 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 Tuesday, May 19th 2026, Vivian has 369 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $64 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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