CDCR · Lancaster, CA
California State Prison, Los Angeles County (LAC) is a Level III/IV mixed-security facility in Lancaster, Antelope Valley. Operated by CDCR with healthcare staffed by CCHCS, LAC houses approximately 4,400 inmates and is the closest major CDCR facility to the Los Angeles metro. The facility includes a Mental Health Crisis Bed (MHCB) unit, making psychiatric experience valuable.
Quick Answer
Travel nurses at California State Prison, Los Angeles County earn $2,900–$3,700 per week. RN, LVN, CNA positions available. Located in Lancaster, CA — 1 hr 15 min north from Los Angeles.
Location
Lancaster, CA
Los Angeles County
Security Level
Level III / Level IV
System
CDCR
Capacity
4,400 beds
Opened
1993
Nearest Major City
Los Angeles
1 hr 15 min north
Intake screenings, chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, hepatitis C), urgent care, medication administration, mental health crisis stabilization, and emergency response. CCHCS uses standardized clinical guidelines across all facilities.
12-hour shifts (day or night). Some 8-hour clinic shifts available. Predictable scheduling per CCHCS staffing model.
Lancaster has affordable housing ($1,400–$2,000/month furnished) compared to LA proper. Many travel nurses live in Lancaster or commute from the San Fernando Valley (1 hr).
California State Prison, LA County is about 70 miles north of downtown LA in Lancaster — approximately 1 hour 15 minutes via I-5 and Highway 14.
Yes. LAC has a Mental Health Crisis Bed (MHCB) unit and ongoing demand for psych RNs. Behavioral health experience is highly valued at LAC.
Travel nurses at LAC typically earn $2,900–$3,700/week including taxable base pay plus tax-free housing and meal stipends. Premium for Antelope Valley assignments.
CCHCS handles credentialing but does not directly sponsor licensure. CatSol can assist with the California BRN application — typically 6–12 weeks for first-time applicants.
Range: $2,900–$3,700/week depending on role and shift
Roles Available
RN, LVN, CNA
Contract Length
13 weeks
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