How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Wednesday, April 8th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,694 but can pay up to $4,802 per week.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Stockton, CA
AB Staffing Solutions
5x8 hrs
Referral Bonus

$3,042/week

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 11 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - House Supervisor

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - House Supervisor

Tarzana, CA
LanceSoft
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,810/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

View job details for Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse

San Luis Obispo, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,810/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Templeton, CA
Trustaff
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,809/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse

San Diego, CA
Meda Health
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,809/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 7 days ago

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View job details for Cath Lab RN

Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

Inglewood, CA
Medical Solutions
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,809/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Van Nuys, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,808/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 5 days ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Clear Lake, CA
LanceSoft
4x10 hrs, Days

$2,808/week

Days

4x10

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

South Lake Tahoe, CA
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,808/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Bakersfield, CA
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,808/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Carmichael, CA
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,807/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

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

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

San Diego, CA
Trustaff
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,807/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Murrieta, CA
Supplemental Health Care
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,807/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - First Assist

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - First Assist

San Luis Obispo, CA
Anders Group
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,806/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 12 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - First Assist

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - First Assist

Templeton, CA
Anders Group
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,806/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Surgical Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Surgical Registered Nurse

Redding, CA
American Consultants
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,806/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 13 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

TEMPLETON, CA
AMN Healthcare Nursing
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,806/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Home Health RN

Travel Contract

Home Health RN

Clearlake, CA
Care Career
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,806/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

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

Glendale, CA
Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,806/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Santa Rosa, CA
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,806/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

$2,469/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,469 per week. This is 12% higher than the US average of $2,163.

Last updated on April 6, 2026. Based on 7,250 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 (444 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (176 jobs), and GQR Healthcare (160 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 (114 jobs), Adventist Health Bakersfield (93 jobs), and Adventist Health Lodi Memorial (93 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, April 8th 2026, Vivian has 180 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, April 8th 2026, Vivian has 35 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $71 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 8th 2026, Vivian has 276 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $66 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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