Travel Contract

Registered Nurse - Correctional
Downey, CA
GQR Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,200/week
Posted 1 day ago

Overview

  • Start Date10/16/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration16 weeks
  • Setting
    Correctional

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,200/week
  • Estimated taxable pay
    $1,000/week
  • Estimated non-taxable stipends
    $1,200/week

Description

Correctional Health – RN – Days
Start Dates: 10/16
Orientation Dates:  10/16
 

  • 16-week contract
  • 40 hours
  • 5 x 8's
  • Shift: Days
    • 0600-1430
  • Must work every other weekend
  • Candidates for these assignments are required to work every other weekend. Passing meds and blood draws are included in the job duties. Please verify that candidates accepted for this position are comfortable with these skills and schedule requirements
  • Patient ratios (if known): Within Guidelines of CA State Law
  • Is RTO Accepted? What is the Max: 3 days maximum (None Preferred)
  • On Call Requirement? NO
  • Certs: BLS, Fire Card
    • MAB/CPI Certification is REQUIRED
  • License: Active CA RN License
  • If CA License is expired, it will need to be renewed
  • If applying for CA License, please contact the Senators office to expediate the application.

Experience:

  • Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in one or more of the following:
    • Psychiatric/Behavioral Health
    • Medical-Surgical
    • Correctional Health
    • Emergency Room (ER)
  • Must be proficient in blood draws.
  • Must be able to work independently, make quick clinical decisions, and remain flexible in a fast-changing environment.
  • Experience working in a detention center and/or other secured environment such as in a locked facility in behavioral health unit and/or a jail is preferred
  • Assignments will be offered at a Weekly rate/ 16 weeks for JCHS, hiring manager requires recent (1-2 years) either Med surg, ER, some Psych, or Correctional health staff must be comfortable with blood draws and assessments skills /triage.
  • Travel experience is preferred, however is not required
  • Will accept local travelers

COVID Vaccine Requirement: Covid vaccination + booster if eligible is a must
 

Weekly Untaxed Stipend: $1,200/wk I have this same position available for other locations: - Malibu, CA (Day Shift & Evening Shift) - Sylmar, CA (Day Shift) Overview: Facility size: 140 bed facility Case types: Juvenile Court Behavioral Health Services Psych Correctional

Employer

GQR Healthcare

2.8rating(66 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with GQR Healthcare

Anonymous
Anonymous
Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)
5.0rating

Pros

Responsive, friendly, follows up often. Staying true to contract

Cons

None with gqr, my issues have been with the hospital scheduling

Review of Leila Pomales on Mar 28, 2026

Recommends working with GQR Healthcare

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About

GQR’s Healthcare team specializes in connecting experts within the industry to highly skilled healthcare professionals across the US market.


In the competitive healthcare market, we recognize that the industry’s common goals of improved quality of care and patient outcomes are wholly reliant upon the professionals directly supporting these initiatives. Leveraging our extensive candidate network, we deliver continuity of care for the communities our partners serve to ensure the patient experience is of the highest quality.


Through deep market specialization and a unique approach to talent acquisition, GQR Healthcare provides an unparalleled and personalized experience across all medical specialties in nursing and within diverse healthcare platforms across the industry.

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About Downey, CA

As a travel nurse in Downey, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Downey, CA is slightly higher than the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 48°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short-term rentals are available in Downey, CA, and they are relatively easy to find.
Transportation
  • Downey is car-friendly, and public transportation options are available.
Demographics
  • Downey has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air pollution.
  • There is a large population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Downey offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports facilities.
  • Outdoor activities are also abundant in the area.
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