How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, April 8th 2025, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,590 but can pay up to $4,613 per week.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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View job details for First Assist RN

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Travel Contract

First Assist RN

Long Beach, California
Long Beach Memorial Medical Center

$3,352-3,891/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Cath Lab RN

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Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

Lynwood, California
Saint Francis Medical Center

$3,237-3,809/week

Days

4x10

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for EP Lab Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

EP Lab Registered Nurse

Santa Rosa, California
Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital

$2,867-3,725/week

Days

4x10

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Operating Room Supervisor

17 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Operating Room Supervisor

Greenbrae, California
Marin General Hospital

$3,021-3,652/week

Flexible

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Endocrinology (RN)

3 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Endocrinology (RN)

Sacramento, California
UC Davis Ellison Building

$3,322-3,552/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Risk Manager / Quality Department Nurse

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Travel Contract

Risk Manager / Quality Department Nurse

King City, California
Mee Memorial Hospital

$3,117-3,511/week

Days

4x10

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Educator

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Educator

Visalia, California
Kaweah Delta Health Care District

$3,497/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Cath Lab RN

22 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital

$2,316-3,491/week

Days

4x10

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Cath Lab RN

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Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

Chino, California
Chino Valley Medical Center

$2,650-3,391/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Infection Prevention RN

6 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Infection Prevention RN

Roseville, California
Sutter Roseville Medical Center

$3,041-3,364/week

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

6 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Castro Valley, California
Eden Medical Center

$3,079-3,322/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for L&D RN

7 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

L&D RN

Salinas, California
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital

$2,900-3,304/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for CVOR RN

13 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

CVOR RN

Fresno, California
St. Agnes Hospital

$2,390-3,293/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for RN Case Manager

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Travel Contract

RN Case Manager

Greenbrae, California
Marin General Hospital

$2,730-3,292/week

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Pediatric OR

5 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Pediatric OR

Oakland, California
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

$2,649-3,251/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Pediatric OR

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Travel Contract

Pediatric OR

Oakland, California
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

$2,649-3,251/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Care Coordinator - Cardiovascular Nursing

7 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Care Coordinator - Cardiovascular Nursing

San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Medical Center

$2,730-3,232/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Labor & Delivery RN

1 agency can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN

Salinas, California
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital

$3,221/week

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

8 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

Visalia, California
Kaweah Delta Health Care District

$2,663-3,217/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

3 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Clovis, California
Clovis Community Medical Center

$3,079-3,189/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,491/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,491 per week. This is 15% higher than the US average of $2,125.

Last updated on April 6, 2025. Based on 9,051 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 (409 jobs), TotalMed Staffing (221 jobs), and PHP (209 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 Saint Joseph Hospital (121 jobs), Enloe Medical Center (99 jobs), and Mercy Medical Center Merced (98 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, April 8th 2025, Vivian has 277 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 Tuesday, April 8th 2025, Vivian has 14 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $92 per hour on average and up to $125 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, April 8th 2025, Vivian has 149 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $68 per hour on average, and up to $98 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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