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Registered Nurse Travel Jobs in California

Top RN Travel Nurse Jobs in California

We currently offer 483 of the best RN travel jobs in California and 169 exclusive, high-paying Registered Nurse travel nurse jobs here that you won’t find anywhere else! RN travel jobs are currently available in cities like San Diego, Bakersfield, Mountain View and Anaheim. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it as easy as possible for you to compare RN nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on traveling nurse salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average Registered Nurse travel nurse working in California earned about $2,566 per week as of Oct 1, 2024. Today, you can find RN jobs with a salary range between $1,445 to $4,157 per week. The city with the highest paying RN job is currently San Diego with a position for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU – ICU at $4,157 per week.

In California, there are a number of hospital facilities with RN nursing staff. Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose, Scripps Systemwide Resource Services in San Diego and Kaiser – Santa Clara Medical Center in Santa Clara are well known in California.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the earliest start date in California is Dec 2, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular Operating Room – CVOR role at $4,122 per week. The latest start date for an RN job is Jan 6, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery – L&D role at $3,738 per week. Find additional possibilities by sorting “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) RN travel job including 13 weeks.

With great things to do, people to meet and places to see, California is a popular place for RN travel jobs! Also be sure to check out our resources on how to become a travel nurse and nursing license renewal.

Top Cities in California with Travel Registered Nurse Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 483 travel Registered Nurse positions available in the state of California. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has 79 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Palo Alto.
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Registered Nurse – Oncology
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • December 9, 2024
  • 13
$2,018 to $2,223
Weekly Pay*
Stanford Hospital & Clinics is a Magnet Facility known worldwide for advanced patient care provided by its physicians and staff. They are consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation for advanced care in such areas as cancer treatment, cardiac care, neurology, orthopedic surgery, and organ transplants. This travel friendly facility will take your travel nursing career to new heights and help develop your skill set as a travel nurse.
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Registered Nurse – Oncology
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • November 25, 2024
  • 13
$2,018 to $2,223
Weekly Pay*
Stanford Hospital & Clinics is a Magnet Facility known worldwide for advanced patient care provided by its physicians and staff. They are consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation for advanced care in such areas as cancer treatment, cardiac care, neurology, orthopedic surgery, and organ transplants. This travel friendly facility will take your travel nursing career to new heights and help develop your skill set as a travel nurse.
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Registered Nurse – Oncology
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
  • 10 D,
  • December 1, 2024
  • 12
$2,018 to $2,223
Weekly Pay*
Stanford Hospital & Clinics is a Magnet Facility known worldwide for advanced patient care provided by its physicians and staff. They are consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation for advanced care in such areas as cancer treatment, cardiac care, neurology, orthopedic surgery, and organ transplants. This travel friendly facility will take your travel nursing career to new heights and help develop your skill set as a travel nurse.
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Registered Nurse – Oncology
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
  • 12 D,
  • December 9, 2024
  • 13
$2,018 to $2,223
Weekly Pay*
Stanford Hospital & Clinics is a Magnet Facility known worldwide for advanced patient care provided by its physicians and staff. They are consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation for advanced care in such areas as cancer treatment, cardiac care, neurology, orthopedic surgery, and organ transplants. This travel friendly facility will take your travel nursing career to new heights and help develop your skill set as a travel nurse.
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Highest Paying Jobs in San Diego, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has 23 travel Registered Nurse positions available in San Diego.
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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • San Diego, California – 92123
  • 12 E, 12 N,
  • December 16, 2024
  • 13
$2,174 to $2,843
Weekly Pay*
39 beds with the option to expand to 51 during a surge
travel Exclusive
Registered Nurse – Home Health
  • San Diego, California – 92120
  • 8 D,
  • November 25, 2024
  • 13
$2,244 to $2,473
Weekly Pay*
travel Exclusive
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • San Diego, California – 92123
  • 12 N,
  • December 16, 2024
  • 13
$2,808 to $3,672
Weekly Pay*
Exclusive order to AMN Healthcare! With our innovative brand new state of the art hospital San Diego is now at the forefront of healthcare technology and is able to provide top of the line healthcare to all patients. Serving San Diego since 1967, we continue to reinvent ourselves and stay at the cutting edge of healthcare. We are looking for a motivated, professional experienced ICU nurse looking to join the best hospital in the world!! We see all ages Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults& Geriatrics. The skills & certifications we are looking for are as follows: BLS, ACLS, Telemetry, Ventilator Management, Swans, CCRN. We are an exciting team who always put our patients first!
travel Exclusive
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • San Diego, California – 92120
  • 12 N,
  • December 16, 2024
  • 13
$3,179 to $4,157
Weekly Pay*
Exclusive order to AMN Healthcare! With our innovative brand new state of the art hospital San Diego is now at the forefront of healthcare technology and is able to provide top of the line healthcare to all patients. Serving San Diego since 1967, we continue to reinvent ourselves and stay at the cutting edge of healthcare. We are looking for a motivated, professional experienced ICU nurse looking to join the best hospital in the world!! We see all ages Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults& Geriatrics. The skills & certifications we are looking for are as follows: BLS, ACLS, Telemetry, Ventilator Management, Swans, CCRN. We are an exciting team who always put our patients first!
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Highest Paying Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has 22 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Bakersfield.
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Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 12 D,
  • December 2, 2024
  • 13
$1,971 to $2,172
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit 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 – Emergency Room
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 12 D, 12 E,
  • December 2, 2024
  • 13
$2,177 to $2,399
Weekly Pay*
This Emergency Room (ER) unit boasts the latest in cutting-edge technology as well as a compassionate and effective patient care model. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative and energetic caregivers to join its team. In addition to working with an elite team, you can expect to work with cutting-edge equipment.
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Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 12 N,
  • December 9, 2024
  • 13
$2,794 to $3,079
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 12 N,
  • December 9, 2024
  • 13
$1,971 to $2,172
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit 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 19 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Santa Clara.
travel Exclusive Seasonal
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Santa Clara, California – 95051
  • 12 D,
  • February 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,465 to $2,717
Weekly Pay*
travel Exclusive Seasonal
Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular
  • Santa Clara, California – 95051
  • 12 N,
  • December 3, 2024
  • 13
$3,021 to $3,329
Weekly Pay*
travel Exclusive Seasonal
Registered Nurse – Postpartum
  • Santa Clara, California – 95051
  • 12 N,
  • February 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,548 to $2,808
Weekly Pay*
travel Exclusive Seasonal
Registered Nurse – Postpartum
  • Santa Clara, California – 95051
  • 12 D,
  • February 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,548 to $2,808
Weekly Pay*
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Highest Paying Jobs in Redding, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has 19 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Redding.
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Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular Operating Room
  • Redding, California – 96001
  • 7 D,
  • December 2, 2024
  • 13
$1,783 to $1,965
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Redding, California – 96001
  • 12 N,
  • November 22, 2024
  • 13
$2,297 to $2,531
Weekly Pay*
As a valued member of the Telemetry (Tele) RN team, you will care for patients with a wide range of conditions including complex cases. This unit constantly monitors blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen level and cardiac electrical activity of patients on the unit, utilizing specialized equipment. RN’s will mainly care for patients recovering from heart conditions or cardiac surgery. The right candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in a professionally challenging, positive, and innovative Telemetry work environment at this highly regarded facility.
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Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Redding, California – 96001
  • 12 N,
  • December 10, 2024
  • 13
$2,297 to $2,531
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit 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 – Telemetry
  • Redding, California – 96001
  • 12 N,
  • December 2, 2024
  • 13
$1,762 to $1,942
Weekly Pay*
As a valued member of the Telemetry (Tele) RN team, you will care for patients with a wide range of conditions including complex cases. This unit constantly monitors blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen level and cardiac electrical activity of patients on the unit, utilizing specialized equipment. RN’s will mainly care for patients recovering from heart conditions or cardiac surgery. The right candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in a professionally challenging, positive, and innovative Telemetry work environment at this highly regarded facility.
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Statistics on RN Jobs in California

View helpful statistics about RN travel nursing jobs based on historical data in California. This data is based on the last three months of RN job postings. Our statistics are updated regularly, which means you can find the most accurate Registered Nurse job salary trends, the types of shifts, and common contract durations available and more. Learn more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs about Registered Nurse Jobs in California

On average, how much does an RN travel nurse make in California?

A Registered Nurse nurse in California can make an average of $2,479 per week.

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

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Registered Nurse in California can make an average of $2,425 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift RN make on average in California?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Registered Nurse in California can make an average of $2,410 per week based on recent job availability.

How many travel Registered Nurse jobs are currently available in California?

There are currently 483 Registered Nurse 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.

Historically, what hospitals and healthcare facilities have Registered Nurse 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

How long is the most common RN travel nursing contract in California?

12 Hour Night shifts was the most common duration for an RN traveling nurse job in California cities based on the last 6 months.

How long is the most common contract duration for RN travel jobs in California?

13 is the most common duration for a(n) Registered Nurse travel job in California based on recent data.

What are the top paying RN jobs available in California currently?

Locating RN Travel Nursing Jobs in California

Cities like Bakersfield, Palo Alto, Redding, San Diego, and Santa Clara currently have RN travel jobs. It’s a great state to work in and is home to 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 which all have RN departments.

Healthcare Facilities in California that offer Registered Nurse Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered jobs for Registered Nurse professionals.

Stanford Hospital and Clinics
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 18, 11, 26, and 8
Address
300 Pasteur Drive
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Nearby Neighborhoods
Southgate (94302), College Terrace (94305), Professorville (94302), Evergreen Park (94305), Mayfield (94306)
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)
Saint Agnes Medical Center
Shifts
10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 13, and 8
Address
1303 East Herndon Avenue
Fresno, CA 93720
Nearby Neighborhoods
Pinedale (93650), Cincotta (93703), Hammond (93701), Figarden (93711), Sierra Sky Park (93711)
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
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
19, 16, 13, 18, and 28
Address
420 34th Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Landco (93302), Kern City (93309)
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)
Adventist Health Hanford
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 13, 7, 26, and 8
Address
115 MALL DRIVE
Hanford, CA 93230
Nearby Neighborhoods
Fort Roosevelt (93232), Bel Air Mobile Home Park (93232), Tara Mobile Estates (93230), Pitco (93230), Sierra Vista Mobile Estates (93230)
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)
MAD RIVER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 6
Address
3800 Janes Rd
Arcata, CA 95521
Shasta Regional Medical Center
Shifts
7 D, 8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
1100 Butte Street
Redding, CA 96001
Nearby Neighborhoods
Riverside Mobile Park (96001), Shady Acres Trailer Park (96001), Marina Travel Park (96001), Paradise View Mobile Estates (96003), Country Club Mobile Estates (96002)

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