Travel Registered Nurse Jobs in California
Travel registered nurse jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with consistent demand across major hospital systems, academic medical centers, trauma units, and specialty care facilities at every level from new-grad RN through experienced charge nurse. The largest hiring activity is concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where systems like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and UCSF Health have longstanding staffing needs. Critical care, emergency nursing, and labor and delivery are the specialties seeing the most consistent openings statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Registered Nurse - OR (Surgical RN with OR and PACU responsibilities) in Fortuna, California. Travel assignment in a rural hospital setting. Start date: 09/21/2026. Duration: Weeks. Shift: 5x8 Days. Weekly pay: $2,589-$2,633 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. This role requires on-call and weekend coverage, with 1 pre-approved time off available upfront. The position involves circulating in the Operating Room and recovering in the PACU, with a patient mix spanning pediatrics through geriatrics. Endoscopy experience is required, and ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications are expected. Active compact-state RN license must be in hand at submission. Orientation is 24 hours. Travel may include floating to nearby facilities as scheduling allows. A maximum of 1 pre-approved time off is allowed upfront. References and documentation will be requested prior to start.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,589-$2,633 per week
- Start date: 09/21/2026
- Shift: 5x8 Days
- Guaranteed hours: not guaranteed
- Orientation: 24 hours
- On-call and holidays: 2 days per week (includes holidays); 3 x 24-hour weekend on-call shifts per month
- Floating: Travel nurses may float to nearby facilities based on scheduling needs
Responsibilities
- Circulate in the OR and provide PACU recovery care, including airway management and continuous monitoring
- Respond to codes and emergencies, maintain patient safety, and ensure proper use of electrosurgical units
- Support perioperative nursing across general surgical cases and maintain sterile technique
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teammates (Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, Unit Secretary) to coordinate care
- Manage a patient population spanning pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
- Document care in the charting system and ensure accurate perioperative records
Requirements
- Active RN license; compact state license in hand at submission
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS
- Experience: Minimum 1 year RN experience; OR and PACU responsibilities; endoscopy experience required
- Education: RN degree (RN licensure demonstrated)
- Ability to work in a rural hospital OR/PACU setting
- On-call requirements: 2 days per week (includes holidays and weekends); 3 weekend on-call shifts per month
- Floating: May be asked to float to nearby facilities
- Other pre-start requirements: Pre-approved time off up-front (RTO); references available (2 references within the last 3 years)
Benefits and Support
- Orientation provided (24 hours)
- Travel assignment with scheduling support for on-call and holiday coverage
- Assignment-specific expectations and documentation completed prior to start
- Ongoing coordination through the staffing team to assist with scheduling and substitutions as needed
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If you’d like to explore other openings, please visit the Hiring Organization URL: https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide
Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
- Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
- Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
- Local contract and per diem opportunities
- Short-term and 13-week travel assignments
Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.
What Makes Healthforce Different
We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.
- Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
- Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
- Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
- 24/7 support while you are on assignment
- Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings
We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals
Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.
- Quick submissions to open jobs
- Access to multiple job options at once
- Flexible assignment locations
- Ongoing support throughout your contract
Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.
Start Your Next Travel Assignment
Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.
Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.
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Registered Nurse - OR (Surgical RN with OR and PACU responsibilities) in Fortuna, California. Travel assignment in a rural hospital setting. Start date: 09/21/2026. Duration: Weeks. Shift: 5x8 Days. Weekly pay: $2,589-$2,633 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. This role requires on-call and weekend coverage, with 1 pre-approved time off available upfront. The position involves circulating in the Operating Room and recovering in the PACU, with a patient mix spanning pediatrics through geriatrics. Endoscopy experience is required, and ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications are expected. Active compact-state RN license must be in hand at submission. Orientation is 24 hours. Travel may include floating to nearby facilities as scheduling allows. A maximum of 1 pre-approved time off is allowed upfront. References and documentation will be requested prior to start.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,589-$2,633 per week
- Start date: 09/21/2026
- Shift: 5x8 Days
- Guaranteed hours: not guaranteed
- Orientation: 24 hours
- On-call and holidays: 2 days per week (includes holidays); 3 x 24-hour weekend on-call shifts per month
- Floating: Travel nurses may float to nearby facilities based on scheduling needs
Responsibilities
- Circulate in the OR and provide PACU recovery care, including airway management and continuous monitoring
- Respond to codes and emergencies, maintain patient safety, and ensure proper use of electrosurgical units
- Support perioperative nursing across general surgical cases and maintain sterile technique
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teammates (Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, Unit Secretary) to coordinate care
- Manage a patient population spanning pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
- Document care in the charting system and ensure accurate perioperative records
Requirements
- Active RN license; compact state license in hand at submission
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS
- Experience: Minimum 1 year RN experience; OR and PACU responsibilities; endoscopy experience required
- Education: RN degree (RN licensure demonstrated)
- Ability to work in a rural hospital OR/PACU setting
- On-call requirements: 2 days per week (includes holidays and weekends); 3 weekend on-call shifts per month
- Floating: May be asked to float to nearby facilities
- Other pre-start requirements: Pre-approved time off up-front (RTO); references available (2 references within the last 3 years)
Benefits and Support
- Orientation provided (24 hours)
- Travel assignment with scheduling support for on-call and holiday coverage
- Assignment-specific expectations and documentation completed prior to start
- Ongoing coordination through the staffing team to assist with scheduling and substitutions as needed
Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore other openings, please visit the Hiring Organization URL: https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide
Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
- Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
- Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
- Local contract and per diem opportunities
- Short-term and 13-week travel assignments
Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.
What Makes Healthforce Different
We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.
- Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
- Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
- Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
- 24/7 support while you are on assignment
- Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings
We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals
Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.
- Quick submissions to open jobs
- Access to multiple job options at once
- Flexible assignment locations
- Ongoing support throughout your contract
Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.
Start Your Next Travel Assignment
Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.
Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Travel Registered Nurse Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Voyage Health210V
- American Traveler68
- Healthforce24
- Talented Medical Solutions16
- tms9
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in travel registered nurse jobs across California.
- Active California Registered Nurse license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing
- Current BLS certification and ACLS certification required by most acute care employers
- Minimum one to two years of recent clinical experience in the applicable specialty
- Completion of an accredited associate or bachelor of science in nursing program
- Demonstrated proficiency with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Ability to complete California-required hospital compliance and orientation modules before first shift
Travel Registered Nurse Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a travel registered nurse in California?
You become a travel registered nurse in California by holding an active RN license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN and completing an accredited nursing program. California does not participate in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an out-of-state license does not transfer automatically. Most California hospitals also expect at least one year of bedside experience in your specialty before considering you for a travel assignment.
How much do travel registered nurses make in California?
Travel registered nurses in California earn a median of about $140,270 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $101,260 for the lowest 10% to over $213,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire travel registered nurses in California?
Employers hiring travel registered nurses in California right now include Voyage Health, American Traveler, and Healthforce, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's density of large integrated health systems and academic medical centers means travel RN contracts often come through direct hospital postings as well as staffing agencies embedded within those systems.
Which California cities have the most travel registered nurse jobs?
San Francisco, Santa Rosa, and Los Angeles have the most travel registered nurse openings in California. Los Angeles drives volume through its concentration of trauma centers, county hospitals, and large private systems, while San Francisco and San Diego add demand through academic medical centers and military-affiliated facilities that rely on contract nurses to fill short-term gaps.
Are there remote travel registered nurse jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of travel registered nurse openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, bedside nature of most RN roles. The portions of the work most likely to be remote are telephone triage, utilization review, and case management positions that have been adapted to a virtual care model.
How can I get hired as a travel registered nurse in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a new-graduate nurse residency program, which large California employers including Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Cedars-Sinai run specifically for RNs with limited or no post-graduation experience. These structured programs place new grads in supervised clinical rotations before transitioning to independent practice. Gaining your California BRN license quickly and targeting med-surg or telemetry units first builds the specialty experience that travel contracts require.
Where can I find and apply to travel registered nurse jobs in California?
You can find and apply to travel registered nurse jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across hospital systems, specialty clinics, and care facilities throughout the state. Find roles that fit your specialty and availability and apply directly to the ones that match.
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