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Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs California for RNs

Top NICU Travel Nurse Jobs in California for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top NICU travel nurse jobs in California. We currently offer 16 of the best available NICU nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 9 exclusive, high-paying Neonatal Intensive Care Unit travel nurse jobs you won’t find anywhere else. California NICU travel jobs are currently available in cities like Vacaville, Oakland, San Leandro, Santa Clara and Fountain Valley. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare California NICU nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average wage for an Neonatal Intensive Care Unit travel nurse in California as of Nov 1, 2024 was $2,834 weekly. Currently, you can find NICU jobs in California with a salary range between $1,874 to $3,103 per week. The city with the highest paying NICU job in California currently is Lodi with a position for a Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care at $2,451 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in California to find NICU travel nursing work in. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles General Pediatrics in Los Angeles all have NICU departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for NICU travel jobs in California. The earliest start date in California is Jan 4, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care role at $2,451 per week. The latest start date for an job in California is Feb 11, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care role at $3,057 per week. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit travel nurse job in California including 13 weeks.

California is a popular place to work for NICU travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

Top Cities in California with Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 16 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit jobs in California and 39 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Lodi, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit positions available in Lodi.
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Lodi, California – 95240
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
  • 13
$2,224 to $2,451
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Neonatal Intensive Care unit based in exciting Lodi is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Lodi, California – 95240
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • December 30, 2024
  • 13
$1,874 to $2,065
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Neonatal Intensive Care unit based in exciting Lodi is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Santa Clara, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit positions available in Santa Clara.
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Santa Clara, California – 95051
  • 12 N,
  • February 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,774 to $3,057
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Santa Clara, California – 95051
  • 12 N,
  • January 28, 2025
  • 13
$2,774 to $3,057
Weekly Pay*
travel Exclusive Seasonal
Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Santa Clara, California – 95051
  • 12 D,
  • February 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,774 to $3,057
Weekly Pay*
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Highest Paying Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit positions available in Palo Alto.
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
  • December 21, 2024
$2,017 to $2,223
Weekly Pay*
Internationally recognized for pediatric and obstetric care, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital provides a wide range of services for babies, children, adolescents and expectant mothers. Their pediatricians, specialty doctors, nurses and staff serve children and their families in the San Francisco Bay Area, Silicon Valley and all of Northern California and are recognized both for their achievements and their commitment to highly specialized care. Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital has again been ranked as one of the nation’s best and also the highest-ranked Bay Area Children’s Hospital by the U.S. News Media Group’s 2011-12 Best Children’s Hospitals survey and is one of the first children’s hospitals to join with Partnership for a Healthy America.
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Highest Paying Jobs in San Leandro, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit positions available in San Leandro.
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • San Leandro, California – 94577
  • 12 N,
  • January 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,816 to $3,103
Weekly Pay*
travel Exclusive Seasonal
Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • San Leandro, California – 94577
  • 12 N,
  • January 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,816 to $3,103
Weekly Pay*
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Highest Paying Jobs in Oakland, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit positions available in Oakland.
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Oakland, California – 94611
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$2,816 to $3,103
Weekly Pay*
Exclusive order to AMN. The flagship Medical Center for this major hospital organization, is community-focused, with a highly specialized care environment. Located in East Bay of the San Francisco area, and only 12 miles from downtown. Enjoy 13 weeks in a variety of adventure in culture, arts and food. This NICU Level 3 unit treats premature, neurosurgery, general surgery patients, with 1:1 patient ratio. Patients may require Jet Vent, Servo-I, nitric oxide or whole-body cooling. The following meds are administered within this unit: dopamine, morphine, EPI, fentanyl, dobutamine drips. NICU Level 3
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Statistics on NICU Jobs in California

Review helpful statistics about NICU traveling nurse jobs in California. The data is based on the last three complete months of NICU job postings in the state of California. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Neonatal Intensive Care Unit job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in California for travel nursing jobs.

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Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Jobs in California

How much does an Neonatal Intensive Care Unit travel nurse make on average in California?

A NICU nurse in California can make an average of $2,688 per week.

How much does a night shift NICU travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Neonatal Intensive Care Unit nurse in California can make an average of $2,609 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift NICU travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Neonatal Intensive Care Unit nurse in California can make an average of $2,715 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit jobs are available in California?

There are currently 16 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit travel nursing jobs available in California. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Neonatal Intensive Care Unit staff in California?

  • Nexxrad in Long Beach
  • AltaMed Medical and Dental Group – West Covina in West Covina
  • UC Davis Department of Psychiatry in Sacramento
  • Kingsburg Community Health Center in Kingsburg
  • Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building in Lancaster

What types of shifts are most common for NICU travel nursing jobs in California?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common shifts in California cities.

What is the most common contract duration for NICU travel jobs in California?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit travel job in California is 13.

Locating NICU Travel Nursing Jobs in California

In California, cities like Lodi, Los Angeles, San Leandro, Santa Clara, and Upland have travel NICU nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Nexxrad, AltaMed Medical and Dental Group – West Covina, UC Davis Department of Psychiatry, Kingsburg Community Health Center and Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building, all with nurse specialties and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit staff.

Healthcare Facilities in California that offer Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered jobs for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit professionals.
Adventist Health Bakersfield
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 20, 10, 7, 4, 25, 11, 8, and 26
Address
2615 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), Landco (93302), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Kern City (93309)
Surgery Center of Valley Presbyterian Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Infection Control Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
15107 Vanowen Street
Van Nuys, CA 91405
Adventist Health Glendale
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 52, 13, 16, 10, 14, 11, and 8
Address
1509 Wilson Terrace
Glendale, CA 91206
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Square (91205), North Glendale (91202), Sepulveda (91201), Sparr Heights (91208), Verdugo City (91046)
Kaiser – Oakland Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
280 West MacArthur Boulevard
Oakland, CA 94611
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Point (94610), Sharfter (94609), Grand Lake (94610), Rockridge (94618), Uptown (94617)
Kaiser – Santa Clara Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
700 Lawrence Expressway
Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Neighborhoods
Roundup Trailer Lodge (95054), Garden Court Mobile Home Village (95054), Santa Clara Trailer Village (95054)
Kaiser – Los Angeles Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 11
Address
4867 Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Nearby Neighborhoods
Los Feliz (90027), Silver Lake (90026), Hollywood (90028), Rampart Village (90057), Echo Park (90026)
St. Francis Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
3630 East Imperial Highway
Lynwood, CA 90262
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles General Pediatrics
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 6, and 7
Address
4650 Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Nearby Neighborhoods
Los Feliz (90027), Silver Lake (90026), Rampart Village (90057), Echo Park (90026), Silver Lake Heights (90039)
Kaiser – San Francisco Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
9 and 13
Address
2425 Geary Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94115
Nearby Neighborhoods
Anza Vista (94115), Amanico Ergina Village (94115), Marcus Garvey Square (94115), Martin Luther King Square (94115), Lower Pacific Heights (94115)
Adventist Health Simi Valley
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
2975 Sycamore Dr.
Simi Valley, CA 93062
Nearby Neighborhoods
Community Center (93065), Santa Susana (93064), Strathearn (93062), Friendly Village Mobile Home Park (93062), Corriganville (93064)
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.