CDCR · Ione, CA

Travel Nurse Jobs at Mule Creek State Prison

Mule Creek State Prison (MCSP) is located in Ione in the Sierra Nevada foothills, about 40 miles southeast of Sacramento. It is a medium-security facility known for its educational and rehabilitative programs and has consistent travel nursing demand.

Pay:$2,900–$3,500/wk
Security:Level II / Level III
Roles:RN, LVN, CNA

Quick Answer

Travel nurses at Mule Creek State Prison earn $2,900–$3,500 per week. RN, LVN, CNA positions available. Located in Ione, CA50 minutes from Sacramento.

Facility Overview

Location

Ione, CA

Amador County

Security Level

Level II / Level III

System

CDCR

Capacity

3,500 beds

Opened

1987

Nearest Major City

Sacramento

50 minutes

Nursing Duties & Clinical Environment

Travel nurses at MCSP handle routine clinic visits, chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, hepatitis), dental assist, medication passes, and urgent care.

Scheduling

Primarily 12-hour shifts. Day and evening shifts available. Predictable scheduling with low mandatory overtime.

Housing Near MCSP

Ione is rural with very low cost of living. Most travel nurses commute from Stockton (45 min) or Sacramento (50 min). Housing in those markets runs $1,200–$1,800/month furnished.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mule Creek State Prison near Sacramento?

Yes — Ione is approximately 40 miles southeast of Sacramento, about a 50 minute drive via Highway 16.

What roles does Mule Creek hire for?

RN, LVN, and CNA openings are all available. Med-surg and general correctional nursing experience is preferred.

Travel Nurse Pay at MCSP

$3,100avg/week

Range: $2,900–$3,500/week depending on role and shift

Roles Available

RN, LVN, CNA

Contract Length

13 weeks

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