CDCR · Folsom, CA
California State Prison, Sacramento (CSP-SAC, also known as "New Folsom") is a Level IV maximum-security facility located adjacent to Folsom State Prison. Opened in 1986, it houses approximately 2,400 inmates and includes a Psychiatric Services Unit (PSU) with intensive mental health care.
Quick Answer
Travel nurses at California State Prison, Sacramento earn $3,000–$3,800 per week. RN, LVN positions available. Located in Folsom, CA — 25 min east from Sacramento.
Location
Folsom, CA
Sacramento County
Security Level
Level IV (Maximum)
System
CDCR
Capacity
2,400 beds
Opened
1986
Nearest Major City
Sacramento
25 min east
Maximum-security correctional nursing including intake screenings, chronic care, intensive psychiatric nursing in the PSU, urgent care, and medication administration in highly controlled environments.
12-hour shifts (day or night). PSU shifts have hospital-style structure with treatment teams.
Same as Folsom State Prison — Folsom, El Dorado Hills, or Sacramento all within 25 minutes.
It was built in 1986 to relieve overcrowding at the original (now-called "Old") Folsom State Prison. The two facilities are adjacent.
Not for general medical roles, but the Psychiatric Services Unit (PSU) preferentially hires RNs with psychiatric or correctional mental health experience.
New Folsom (CSP-SAC) typically pays slightly more due to its Level IV maximum-security status. PSU positions can pay even higher due to specialty.
Range: $3,000–$3,800/week depending on role and shift
Roles Available
RN, LVN
Contract Length
13 weeks
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