CDCR · Corona, CA
California Institution for Women (CIW) is one of CDCR's two primary women's facilities, located in Corona near Chino. Established in 1952, CIW houses approximately 1,900 women across multiple security levels and operates as the southern women's reception center. CIW has substantial women's health, OB-GYN, and reproductive health needs that differ from male facilities.
Quick Answer
Travel nurses at California Institution for Women earn $2,800–$3,500 per week. RN, LVN, CNA positions available. Located in Corona, CA — 1 hr east from Los Angeles.
Location
Corona, CA
San Bernardino County
Security Level
All levels (women's facility)
System
CDCR
Capacity
1,900 beds
Opened
1952
Nearest Major City
Los Angeles
1 hr east
Women's health and reproductive care, OB-GYN support, prenatal care, intake screenings, chronic disease management, mental health support. Women's health experience is a strong asset.
12-hour shifts. Specialized clinics for women's health may have 8-hour shift options.
Corona and the Inland Empire have moderate housing costs ($1,600–$2,100/month furnished). 1 hour from LA, 30 min from Riverside.
Women's facilities have substantial reproductive health, OB-GYN, prenatal, and women-specific chronic care needs. Mental health caseloads also differ. Many nurses find women's correctional nursing more clinically varied.
Yes. CIW provides prenatal care and has dedicated nursing staff for OB-GYN needs. Some incarcerated women give birth during their sentence — this care happens with outside hospital partnerships.
Range: $2,800–$3,500/week depending on role and shift
Roles Available
RN, LVN, CNA
Contract Length
13 weeks
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