CDCR · Chino, CA
California Institution for Men (CIM) in Chino is CDCR's Southern California reception center, processing newly committed male inmates from across the region. Established in 1941, CIM houses approximately 3,500 inmates and includes a substantial intake processing operation. Located in Chino, it's easily accessible from the LA metro and Inland Empire.
Quick Answer
Travel nurses at California Institution for Men earn $2,800–$3,500 per week. RN, LVN, CNA positions available. Located in Chino, CA — 50 min east from Los Angeles.
Location
Chino, CA
San Bernardino County
Security Level
Reception Center / Level II
System
CDCR
Capacity
3,500 beds
Opened
1941
Nearest Major City
Los Angeles
50 min east
High-volume intake health screenings, baseline lab work, classification assessments, urgent care, and medication starts. Reception centers see new commitments daily.
12-hour shifts with peak intake during day shifts. Night shifts focus on clinical management and routine care.
Chino, Ontario, and Pomona have moderate housing costs ($1,500–$2,000/month furnished). 50 minutes from downtown LA.
Reception centers process new arrivals: intake medical assessments, dental screenings, mental health evaluations, vaccinations, and classification. CIM is the southern reception hub for CDCR.
CIM processes hundreds of new commitments per month. Day shift intake nurses see a high volume of assessments — excellent experience for nurses who like fast-paced clinical work.
Range: $2,800–$3,500/week depending on role and shift
Roles Available
RN, LVN, CNA
Contract Length
13 weeks
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