Travel Correctional Nurse Salary Guide
Average Travel Correctional Nurse Salary
$2,140/week
The average salary for a Travel Correctional Nurse is $2,140 per week. This is 1% lower than the nursing US average of $2,170.
Last updated on April 30, 2026. Based on 353 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Salaries for Travel Correctional Nurse compared to Registered Nurse National Averages
$2,140/week
1% lower than the nursing US average.
$2,170/week
United States
Where do Travel Correctional Nurses get paid the most?
| State | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $2,524 | $2,880 |
| Montana | $2,458 | $2,800 |
| Washington | $2,424 | $2,886 |
| Texas | $2,367 | $2,622 |
| New Mexico | $2,184 | $2,842 |
| Vermont | $2,171 | $2,400 |
| Wisconsin | $2,164 | $2,592 |
| North Carolina | $2,115 | $2,646 |
| California | $2,091 | $3,626 |
| Illinois | $2,058 | $2,220 |
| Kansas | $2,045 | $2,126 |
| Oklahoma | $2,044 | $2,927 |
What cities pay the most for Travel Correctional Nurses?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Boston, Massachusetts | $3,434 | $3,501 |
| Auburn, New York | $2,699 | $2,846 |
| Palestine, Texas | $2,422 | $2,422 |
| Oshkosh, Wisconsin | $2,283 | $2,485 |
| Albuquerque, New Mexico | $2,270 | $2,842 |
| Green Bay, Wisconsin | $2,256 | $2,592 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Correctional Nurse jobs?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Prime Time Healthcare Nursing | $3,501 | $3,501 |
| Aequor Government | $3,062 | $3,062 |
| E-SolHealth | $2,760 | $2,760 |
| Talent4Health | $2,721 | $2,746 |
| B2B Staffing Services, Inc. | $2,601 | $2,901 |
| Trailblazer Staffing Solutions | $2,590 | $2,590 |
| First Connect Health | $2,566 | $2,566 |
| Critical Connection, inc | $2,566 | $2,566 |
| Bestica | $2,526 | $2,526 |
| Catalytic Solutions | $2,480 | $3,426 |
Last updated on April 30, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Travel Correctional Nurse Career Guide
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Go to the guideTop Travel Correctional Nurse Jobs
Correctional Facility Registered Nurse
- Lancaster, California
- California State Prison, Los Angeles County
- Care Career
UP TO $3,039/wk
Estimated pay packageCorrectional Facility Registered Nurse
- Chowchilla, California
- Valley State Prison
- Care Career
UP TO $2,891/wk
Estimated pay packageCorrectional Registered Nurse
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- University of New Mexico Metropolitan Detention Center
- Uniti Med and 8 others
UP TO $2,670/wk
Correctional Registered Nurse
- Susanville, California
- High Desert State Prison
- Care Career
UP TO $2,632/wk
Estimated pay packageCorrectional Registered Nurse
- Shelby, Montana
- CoreCivic of Tennessee, LLC - 50 Crossroads Drive
- Focus Staff and 3 others
UP TO $2,560/wk
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Travel Correctional Nurse FAQs
What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Correctional RN?
Earning your Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP), Certified Correctional Health Professional - Registered Nurse (CCHP-RN), Certified Correctional Health Professional - Mental Health (CCHP-MH) or Certified Correctional Health Professional - Advanced (CCHP-A) often increases your salary potential as a correctional nurse or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.
Can having a Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) boost my salary as a Correctional RN?
Yes, having a Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a correctional nurse.
Can having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Registered Nurse (CCHP-RN) boost my salary as a Correctional RN?
Yes, having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Registered Nurse (CCHP-RN) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a correctional nurse.
Can having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Mental Health (CCHP-MH) boost my salary as a Correctional RN?
Yes, having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Mental Health (CCHP-MH) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a correctional nurse.
Can having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Advanced (CCHP-A) boost my salary as a Correctional RN?
Yes, having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Advanced (CCHP-A) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a correctional nurse.
Where can I learn more about working as a Travel Correctional Nursing?
Take a look at Vivian's Travel Correctional Nursing Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.