How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Monday, August 24th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,609 but can pay up to $7,700 per week.

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View job details for Outpatient Surgery RN

20 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Outpatient Surgery RN

Santa Rosa, California
Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
TravSource and 19 others

UP TO $2,510/wk

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5x8

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

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Santa Monica, California
Providence Saint John's Health Center
TravSource and 22 others

UP TO $2,499/wk

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View job details for Pediatric Acute Care Float Pool RN

6 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Pediatric Acute Care Float Pool RN

San Diego, California
Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego
Triage Staffing and 5 others

UP TO $2,490/wk

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View job details for ER RN

7 agencies can help you get this contract

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ER RN

Alameda, California
Alameda Hospital
TNAA TotalMed RN and 6 others

UP TO $2,474/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ER RN

3 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

ER RN

Oakland, California
Highland Hospital
TNAA TotalMed RN and 2 others

UP TO $2,462/wk

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

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Castro Valley, California
Eden Medical Center
Triage Staffing

UP TO $2,457/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for L&D RN

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Travel Contract

L&D RN

Moreno Valley, California
Riverside University Medical Center
Host Healthcare

UP TO $2,455/wk

Nights

3x12

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Posted 12 hours ago

View job details for Emergency Room RN

1 agency can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Emergency Room RN

Moreno Valley, California
Riverside University Medical Center
Host Healthcare

UP TO $2,455/wk

Nights

3x12

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Posted 12 hours ago

View job details for Emergency Department RN – Registry

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Travel Contract

Emergency Department RN – Registry

Moreno Valley, California
Riverside University Medical Center
Host Healthcare

UP TO $2,455/wk

Days

3x12

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Posted 12 hours ago

View job details for RN House Supervisor

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RN House Supervisor

Arcata, California
Mad River Community Hospital
TravSource and 6 others

UP TO $2,454/wk

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View job details for CCU RN

1 agency can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

CCU RN

San Luis Obispo, California
Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
Care Career

UP TO $2,450/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Correctional Registered Nurse

1 agency can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Correctional Registered Nurse

Crescent City, California
Pelican Bay State Prison
Catalytic Solutions

UP TO $2,442/wk

Flexible

3x12

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View job details for Outpatient Surgery RN

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Travel Contract

Outpatient Surgery RN

Santa Rosa, California
Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Bestica and 1 other

UP TO $2,439/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Outpatient Surgery RN

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Travel Contract

Outpatient Surgery RN

Santa Rosa, California
Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Coast Medical Service and 4 others

UP TO $2,436/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for ICU RN

4 agencies can help you get this contract

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ICU RN

Pomona, California
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center
Triage Staffing and 3 others

UP TO $2,435/wk

3x12

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View job details for Neuro ICU RN

3 agencies can help you get this contract

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Neuro ICU RN

Castro Valley, California
Eden Medical Center
TNAA TotalMed RN and 2 others

UP TO $2,541/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for NICU RN

6 agencies can help you get this contract

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NICU RN

San Diego, California
Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego
Assured Nursing and 5 others

UP TO $2,430/wk

Days

Nights

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View job details for Correctional Registered Nurse

2 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Correctional Registered Nurse

Coalinga, California
Pleasant Valley State Prison
Catalytic Solutions and 1 other

UP TO $2,425/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Med Surg / Ortho RN

21 agencies can help you get this contract

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Med Surg / Ortho RN

Redding, California
Mercy Medical Center Redding
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 20 others

UP TO $2,418/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Home Health RN

7 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Home Health RN

Salida, California
Sutter Care at Home
American Traveler and 6 others

UP TO $2,416/wk

Days

5x8

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,543/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,543 per week. This is 14% higher than the US average of $2,186.

Last updated on August 22, 2026. Based on 12,791 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 TNAA TotalMed RN (256 jobs), Triage Staffing (239 jobs), and Cross Country Nurses (231 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 (149 jobs), Twin Cities Community Hospital (136 jobs), and Mad River Community Hospital (100 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, August 24th 2026, Vivian has 106 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $85 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 Monday, August 24th 2026, Vivian has 11 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, August 24th 2026, Vivian has 472 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $66 per hour on average, and up to $108 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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