CDCR · Delano, CA
Kern Valley State Prison (KVSP) is a Level IV maximum-security facility in Delano, Kern County. Opened in 2005, it houses approximately 3,500 inmates and is one of the newer facilities in the CDCR system. Adjacent to North Kern State Prison, the Delano area has the highest concentration of correctional facilities in the Central Valley.
Quick Answer
Travel nurses at Kern Valley State Prison earn $2,900–$3,500 per week. RN, LVN positions available. Located in Delano, CA — 1 hr 15 min south from Fresno.
Location
Delano, CA
Kern County
Security Level
Level IV (Maximum)
System
CDCR
Capacity
3,500 beds
Opened
2005
Nearest Major City
Fresno
1 hr 15 min south
Maximum-security correctional nursing — chronic care, urgent care, mental health crisis support, intake screenings, and medication administration in controlled environments.
12-hour shifts. Day and night shifts available.
Delano and Bakersfield (45 min south) offer extremely low cost of living ($900–$1,400/month furnished). Net take-home is among the highest in CDCR for nurses willing to live in Central Valley.
KVSP is in Delano, about 30 miles north of Bakersfield in the Central Valley. It's adjacent to North Kern State Prison.
For nurses prioritizing take-home pay, Delano/Bakersfield offers exceptional value — $900–$1,400/month housing combined with full CDCR pay packages. Multiple correctional facilities in driving distance.
Range: $2,900–$3,500/week depending on role and shift
Roles Available
RN, LVN
Contract Length
13 weeks
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