How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Monday, January 5th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,777 but can pay up to $5,750 per week.

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View job details for Travel Home Health RN

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Travel Contract

Travel Home Health RN

Torrance, California
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Stability Healthcare and 4 others

$2,158-2,440/week

Days

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View job details for Critical Care RN

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Critical Care RN

Redding, California
Shasta Regional Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 16 others

$1,867-2,399/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Trauma ICU Registered Nurse

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Trauma ICU Registered Nurse

Ventura, California
Ventura County Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 5 others

$2,203-2,395/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Travel RN Float Pool (PCU/Oncology)

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Travel RN Float Pool (PCU/Oncology)

San Diego, California
UC San Diego Float Pool
Prime Staffing and 12 others

$1,843-2,365/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse

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Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse

La Jolla, California
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
TRS Healthcare and 7 others

$1,184-2,426/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for PACU Registered Nurse

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PACU Registered Nurse

Hanford, California
Adventist Medical Center - Hanford
TRS Healthcare and 3 others

$1,881-2,272/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for PCU/Telemetry Registered Nurse

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PCU/Telemetry Registered Nurse

Redlands, California
Redlands Community Hospital
PRN Healthcare and 5 others

$2,036-2,270/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Room Registered Nurse

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Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Redlands, California
Redlands Community Hospital
PRN Healthcare and 5 others

$2,036-2,270/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for CCU/SICU Registered Nurse

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CCU/SICU Registered Nurse

Covina, California
Inter-Community Hospital
Assured Nursing and 5 others

$2,068-2,259/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Home Health RN

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Home Health RN

Fresno, California
Bridge Home Health Fresno
Skyline Med Staff Home Health and 1 other

$2,109-2,175/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Rectal Specialist RN

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Rectal Specialist RN

Tehachapi, California
California Correctional Institution
Care Career

$2,146/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse

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Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse

Oakland, California
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
Stability Healthcare and 5 others

$1,099-2,134/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Department RN

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Emergency Department RN

Montclair, California
Montclair Hospital Medical Center
Uniti Med and 1 other

$2,006/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Room Registered Nurse

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Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Inglewood, California
Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Care Career

$1,999/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Travel Home Health RN (Geriatric)

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Travel Home Health RN (Geriatric)

Ventura, California
Neogen Care
Skyline Med Staff Home Health and 2 others

$1,798-1,926/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Operating Room RN

2 agencies can help you get this contract

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Operating Room RN

Redding, California
Shasta Regional Medical Center
Uniti Med and 1 other

$1,882/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Oncology Data Specialist RN

11 agencies can help you get this contract

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Oncology Data Specialist RN

Chico, California
Enloe Medical Center
Coast Medical Service and 10 others

$1,103-1,427/week

Days

5x8

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View job details for Travel Vaccination Support RN

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Travel Vaccination Support RN

Crescent City, California
Sutter Coast Hospital
Assured Nursing and 1 other

$1,061-1,123/week

Days

3x8

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View job details for Travel Nurse Director RN - Home Health

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse Director RN - Home Health

Santa Barbara, CA
Jobot
5x8 hrs, Days

$5,750/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Labor & Delivery Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Nurse

Bakersfield, CA
Formation, Inc.
4x12 hrs, Days, Nights

$5,000/week

Days

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,683/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,683 per week. This is 20% higher than the US average of $2,145.

Last updated on January 4, 2026. Based on 6,378 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 (273 jobs), Host Healthcare (180 jobs), and TNAA TotalMed RN (179 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 (122 jobs), Adventist Health Lodi Memorial (92 jobs), and Memorial Medical Center (80 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, January 5th 2026, Vivian has 195 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $77 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 Monday, January 5th 2026, Vivian has 19 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, January 5th 2026, Vivian has 299 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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