CDCR · Avenal, CA
Avenal State Prison (ASP) is a Level I/II facility in Kings County, California's Central Valley. Opened in 1987, it houses approximately 2,900 inmates and serves as one of the largest reception and lower-security facilities in the CDCR system. Its medical unit provides comprehensive primary care, chronic disease management, and preventive health services.
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Travel nurses at Avenal State Prison earn $2,900–$3,500 per week. RN, LVN, CNA positions available. Located in Avenal, CA — from .
Location
Avenal, CA
Kings County
Security Level
Level I / Level II (Minimum-Medium)
System
CDCR
Capacity
2,900 beds
Opened
1987
Nearest Major City
Travel nurses at ASP perform intake health screenings, chronic care clinics (diabetes, hypertension, HIV), medication administration, urgent care, and preventive health programs. Lower security levels mean a higher focus on outpatient and primary care nursing versus acute/psych.
12-hour shifts, 3 days per week. Day and night shifts available. Consistent scheduling — overtime is minimal.
Avenal is a small agricultural community with very low cost of living. Furnished housing averages $800–$1,100/month. Hanford (20 min) and Fresno (1 hr) offer more amenities. The low housing cost significantly boosts take-home pay.
ASP is a Level I/II (minimum to medium security) facility. This means a calmer work environment compared to maximum-security prisons, with a focus on rehabilitation and primary care over acute/crisis nursing.
RN, LVN, and CNA positions are regularly available. Experience in primary care, med-surg, or long-term care translates well. Prior correctional experience is not required.
Travel nurses at ASP typically earn $2,900–$3,500 per week including tax-free housing and M&I stipends. The low cost of living in Kings County means excellent net take-home.
Avenal is about 60 miles southwest of Fresno — roughly a 1-hour drive. Fresno offers full urban amenities, airports, and a larger selection of furnished housing.
Range: $2,900–$3,500/week depending on role and shift
Roles Available
RN, LVN, CNA
Contract Length
13 weeks (extensions common)
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