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Psychiatric Travel Nursing Jobs California for RNs

Top Psych Travel Nurse Jobs in California for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top Psych travel nurse jobs in California. We currently offer 3 of the best available Psych nurse travel jobs in the state. California Psych travel jobs are currently available in cities like San Bernardino and Buena Park. 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 Psych 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 Psychiatric travel nurse in California as of Nov 1, 2024 was $2,366 weekly. Currently, you can find Psych jobs in California with a salary range between $1,907 to $2,248 per week. The city with the highest paying Psych job in California currently is Buena Park with a position for a Registered Nurse – Psychiatric at $2,102 per week.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for Psych travel jobs in California. The earliest start date in California is Jan 6, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Psychiatric role at $2,102 per week. The latest start date for an job in California is Jan 13, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Psychiatric role at $2,248 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 Psychiatric travel nurse job in California including 13 weeks.

California is a popular place to work for Psych 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 Psychiatric Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 3 Psychiatric jobs in California and 85 Psychiatric 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 Buena Park, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Psychiatric positions available in Buena Park.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Buena Park, California – 90623
  • 12 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,907 to $2,102
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Buena Park, California – 90623
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,907 to $2,102
Weekly Pay*
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Highest Paying Jobs in San Bernardino, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Psychiatric positions available in San Bernardino.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • San Bernardino, California – 92411
  • 8 E,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$2,040 to $2,248
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Behavioral Health unit, based in exciting San Bernardino 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 Elko, NV

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Psychiatric positions available in Elko.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Elko, Nevada – 89801
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,657 to $1,826
Weekly Pay*
Northeastern Nevada’s largest town packs a visit of any length with a combination of epic outdoor action, artsy vibes, and hands-on history in ways few places can. Colorful murals blanket old brick buildings that house buckaroo bars, Basque food joints, art galleries, leather shops, museums, and more. Meanwhile, just a half-hour south lie the fabled Ruby Mountains, a recreational paradise for hikers, bikers, fishermen, skiers, or simply Sunday drivers seeking solace among alpine lakes, flowing streams, and peaks that scratch up to around 13,000′ of elevation. If you drive down I-80 and pass Elko without a visit, you’re missing out.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Fort Defiance, AZ

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Psychiatric positions available in Fort Defiance.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Fort Defiance, Arizona – 86504
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$2,075 to $2,287
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Psychiatric unit, based in exciting Fort Defiance 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 Tucson, AZ

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Psychiatric positions available in Tucson.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Tucson, Arizona – 85712
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,762 to $1,942
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Facility is looking for the right Psych 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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Statistics on Psych Jobs in California

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

Salary Range

Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Psychiatric Jobs in California

How much does an Psychiatric travel nurse make on average in California?

A Psych nurse in California can make an average of $2,166 per week.

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

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Psychiatric nurse in California can make an average of $2,038 per week based on recent job availability.

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

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Psychiatric nurse in California can make an average of $1,983 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Psychiatric jobs are available in California?

There are currently 3 Psychiatric 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 Psychiatric 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 Psych 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 Psych travel jobs in California?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for a Psychiatric travel job in California is 13.

Locating Psych Travel Nursing Jobs in California

In California, cities like Buena Park, Mountain View, National City, San Bernardino, and San Diego have travel Psych 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 Psychiatric staff.

Healthcare Facilities in California that offer Psychiatric Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered jobs for Psychiatric professionals.
Adventist Health St. Helena
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 20, 10, 26, and 8
Address
10 Woodland Rd.
Saint Helena, CA 94576
Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
1441 Florida Avenue
Modesto, CA 95350
Nearby Neighborhoods
Aurora (95352), Standiford (95350), Riverside (95354), Shackelford (95351), Bret Harte (95351)
* 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.