CDCR · Folsom, CA
Folsom State Prison (FSP) is the second-oldest prison in California (after San Quentin), founded in 1880. Located in Folsom just east of Sacramento, FSP houses approximately 2,800 medium-security inmates and is famous from Johnny Cash's 1968 album. Today it operates with modern healthcare under CCHCS standards.
Quick Answer
Travel nurses at Folsom State Prison earn $2,800–$3,600 per week. RN, LVN, CNA positions available. Located in Folsom, CA — 25 min east from Sacramento.
Location
Folsom, CA
Sacramento County
Security Level
Level II (Medium)
System
CDCR
Capacity
2,800 beds
Opened
1880
Nearest Major City
Sacramento
25 min east
Chronic disease management, urgent care clinics, medication administration, mental health crisis support, intake screenings.
12-hour shifts. Day and night shifts available. Stable scheduling typical of medium-security facilities.
Folsom and El Dorado Hills have moderate housing costs ($1,500–$2,200/month furnished). Sacramento (25 min west) offers more amenities at slightly lower cost.
Folsom State Prison is in Folsom, California — about 25 miles east of Sacramento off Highway 50.
Yes. The legendary 1968 "At Folsom Prison" album was recorded at this facility. The dining hall where the concert took place is still in use.
Folsom is primarily Level II (medium-security), making it one of the more accessible CDCR environments for nurses new to correctional work.
Range: $2,800–$3,600/week depending on role and shift
Roles Available
RN, LVN, CNA
Contract Length
13 weeks
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