How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Monday, December 22nd 2025, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,772 but can pay up to $5,750 per week.

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View job details for Travel Correctional Facility RN

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Travel Correctional Facility RN

Susanville, California
High Desert State Prison
Care Career

$2,526/week

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View job details for Correctional Registered Nurse

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Correctional Registered Nurse

Susanville, California
High Desert State Prison
Care Career

$2,526/week

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View job details for Pediatric Ambulatory Clinic RN

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Pediatric Ambulatory Clinic RN

Sonoma, California
CAM Sonoma
Catalytic Solutions and 11 others

$1,886-2,508/week

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View job details for Transplant Med-Surg/Telemetry RN

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Transplant Med-Surg/Telemetry RN

San Francisco, California
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus
Prime Staffing and 6 others

$2,228-2,492/week

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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ICU Registered Nurse

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

$2,271-2,466/week

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View job details for Travel Home Health RN

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Travel Home Health RN

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

$2,158-2,440/week

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View job details for PACU Registered Nurse

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PACU Registered Nurse

Sacramento, California
Sutter Health Fort Sutter Surgery Center
Prime Staffing and 7 others

$1,315-2,436/week

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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 14 others

$1,843-2,365/week

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View job details for ICU/Telemetry Registered Nurse (Med-Surg Float)

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ICU/Telemetry Registered Nurse (Med-Surg Float)

Pomona, California
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center
Go Healthcare

$2,319/week

Nights

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse (Critical Care)

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ICU Registered Nurse (Critical Care)

Lynwood, California
Saint Francis Medical Center
PRN Healthcare

$2,307/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

$2,259/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Med/Surg Registered Nurse

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Med/Surg Registered Nurse

Arcata, California
Mad River Community Hospital
Catalytic Solutions and 6 others

$1,729-2,233/week

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View job details for Travel Correctional Facility Registered Nurse

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Travel Correctional Facility Registered Nurse

California City, California
CoreCivic of Tennessee, LLC - 22844 Virginia Blvd
Voca Healthcare and 3 others

$1,511-2,204/week

Days

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View job details for RN Case Manager – Acute Rehab Unit

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RN Case Manager – Acute Rehab Unit

Valencia, California
HRSR01
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 8 others

$1,566-2,160/week

Days

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View job details for Pediatric Acute Care RN

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Pediatric Acute Care RN

Long Beach, California
Miller Children's Hospital Long Beach
Ethos Medical Staffing and 5 others

$1,759-2,149/week

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View job details for ICU Critical Care RN

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ICU Critical Care RN

Chino, California
Chino Valley Medical Center
Uniti Med and 2 others

$1,945-2,114/week

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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

$2,112/week

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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
Uniti Med and 2 others

$1,861-1,999/week

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View job details for Registered Nurse – Geriatric Psychiatry

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Registered Nurse – Geriatric Psychiatry

Reseda, California
LAJHealth-Joyce Eisenberg-Keefer Medical Center
Genie Healthcare and 1 other

$1,965-1,972/week

Nights

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,592/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,592 per week. This is 16% higher than the US average of $2,168.

Last updated on December 21, 2025. Based on 8,888 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 (342 jobs), First Connect Health (248 jobs), and AMN Healthcare Nursing (229 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 Mercy Hospital Downtown (140 jobs), Mills-Peninsula Medical Center (108 jobs), and Enloe Medical Center (74 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, December 22nd 2025, Vivian has 148 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $73 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $127 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, December 22nd 2025, Vivian has 28 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $73 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, December 22nd 2025, Vivian has 310 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $70 per hour on average, and up to $95 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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