San Antonio serves as the base for South Texas TDCJ facilities. The Beeville and Cuero unit clusters are within 1–2 hours and consistently have travel nursing openings.
Quick Answer
Travel nurses near San Antonio can work at 2 correctional facility clusters within 85 miles. Pay ranges from $2,800 to $2,850 per week.
| Facility | City | Drive | Avg Pay | Roles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TDCJ McConnell Unit & Garza Units | Beeville | 1 hr 30 min | $2,850/wk | RN, LVN |
TDCJ Stevenson Unit | Cuero | 1 hr 20 min | $2,800/wk | LVN, CNA |
Safer staffing ratios
Correctional facilities follow structured nurse-to-patient ratios, unlike many hospital settings.
Predictable schedules
12-hour shifts, 3 days per week. Minimal mandatory overtime compared to acute care.
Premium pay packages
Correctional assignments frequently pay more than comparable hospital positions.
Long contracts
13-week contracts with frequent extension opportunities. Less frequent relocation.
Varied clinical experience
Correctional nursing covers chronic care, urgent care, psych, and intake screenings.
High job security
Government-operated facilities have consistent staffing demand regardless of economic cycles.
CatSol recruiters specialize in TDCJ placements. We handle the background check, credentialing, and onboarding.
The Beeville cluster (85 miles southeast) including McConnell Unit is the primary correctional market for San Antonio-based travel nurses. Cuero is also nearby at 80 miles.
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