How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Wednesday, April 1st 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,595 but can pay up to $4,985 per week.

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Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse

Salinas, CA
Synergy Medical Staffing
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$4,596/week

Nights

4x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 5 days ago

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Salinas, CA
Focus Staff
4x12 hrs, Nights

$4,550/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted 5 days ago

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Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Nurse

Salinas, CA
Coast Medical Service
4x12 hrs, Nights

$4,540/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted 5 days ago

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Bakersfield, CA
Trustaff
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$4,518/week

Nights

4x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Salinas, CA
ALOIS Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights

$4,512/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted 5 days ago

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Bakersfield, CA
Focus Staff
4x12 hrs, Nights

$4,503/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted Today

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Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Bakersfield, CA
Revolution Healthcare Services
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$4,494/week

Nights

4x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted Today

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Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Nurse

Bakersfield, CA
Coast Medical Service
4x12 hrs, Nights

$4,494/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted Today

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Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Bakersfield, CA
Meda Health
4x12 hrs, Nights

$4,466/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted Today

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Salinas, CA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
4x12 hrs

$4,462/week

4x12

Above Average Pay

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Salinas, CA
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$4,431/week

Nights

4x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 5 days ago

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Clear Lake, CA
Bestica
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$4,407/week

Nights

4x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted Today

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Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Salinas, CA
Stability Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights

$4,406/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted 5 days ago

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Bakersfield, CA
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$4,399/week

Nights

4x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted Today

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Salinas, CA
Health Advocates Network - Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$4,383/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Bakersfield, CA
Aequor Healthcare
4x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

$4,382/week

4x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted Today

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Salinas, CA
GQR Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights

$4,373/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 4 days ago

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Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Nurse

Salinas, CA
Meda Health
4x12 hrs, Days

$4,327/week

Days

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

View job details for Labor & Delivery Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Nurse

Salinas, CA
Meda Health
4x12 hrs, Nights

$4,327/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Salinas, CA
EA Team
3x12 hrs, Nights

$4,279/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,438/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,438 per week. This is 11% higher than the US average of $2,161.

Last updated on March 31, 2026. Based on 7,294 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 (464 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (192 jobs), and GQR Healthcare (177 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 (102 jobs), White Memorial Medical Center (79 jobs), and Sutter Coast Hospital (74 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, April 1st 2026, Vivian has 3 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $91 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 Wednesday, April 1st 2026, Vivian has 7 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $74 per hour on average and up to $87 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, April 1st 2026, Vivian has 291 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $64 per hour on average, and up to $100 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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