CDCR · San Diego, CA
R.J. Donovan Correctional Facility is CDCR's southernmost prison, located in the Otay Mesa area of San Diego — only 20 minutes from downtown San Diego and minutes from the US-Mexico border. RJD houses approximately 4,200 inmates across multiple security levels and includes psychiatric care units. It's one of the few CDCR facilities where travel nurses can enjoy beach lifestyle without long commutes.
Quick Answer
Travel nurses at R.J. Donovan Correctional Facility earn $2,800–$3,600 per week. RN, LVN, CNA positions available. Located in San Diego, CA — 20 min south from San Diego.
Location
San Diego, CA
San Diego County
Security Level
Level II / Level III / Level IV
System
CDCR
Capacity
4,200 beds
Opened
1987
Nearest Major City
San Diego
20 min south
Full-spectrum correctional nursing including intake health screenings, chronic care, MHCB psychiatric stabilization, urgent care, and medication administration. RJD has a strong mental health treatment program.
12-hour shifts, day or night. Hospital-style scheduling for the Mental Health Treatment Unit.
San Diego housing runs $1,800–$2,500/month for a furnished 1BR. Chula Vista and South Bay neighborhoods are closest to RJD with more affordable rates.
RJD is in the Otay Mesa area of San Diego, about 20 minutes south of downtown via I-805. It's minutes from the US-Mexico border.
Yes. RJD is the only major CDCR facility within 20 minutes of a major California metro with beach lifestyle. Many travelers specifically request RJD for the location.
RNs with med-surg, correctional, or psych experience are most in demand. RJD's Mental Health Treatment Unit has consistent psych RN openings.
Range: $2,800–$3,600/week depending on role and shift
Roles Available
RN, LVN, CNA
Contract Length
13 weeks
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