Director of Nursing (DON) | Correctional Healthcare (RN) | $107K (74231)
About The Position
Director of Nursing (DON) – Correctional Healthcare Phillips State Prison | Buford, GA Salary: $107,000+ annually Schedule: Monday–Friday | Full-Time Centurion Health is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Georgia Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead nursing operations at Phillips State Prison in Buford, Georgia. This is a senior leadership role responsible for clinical oversight, staff supervision, compliance, and operational excellence within a correctional healthcare environment. Key Responsibilities Provide clinical, educational, and professional leadership to nursing and support staff Oversee daily nursing operations to ensure safe, effective, and compliant patient care Collaborate closely with the Contract Manager, Medical Director, Mental Health leadership, and custody partners Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards Lead staffing, scheduling, performance management, and professional development initiatives Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and quality improvement Serve as a key member of the multidisciplinary leadership team focused on improving healthcare outcomes for incarcerated patients QualificationsQualifications Associate’s Degree in Nursing (required) Active Registered Nurse (RN) license Current CPR certification Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance, including drug screening and criminal background check Prior nursing leadership experience strongly preferred (DON, ADON, Nurse Manager, or similar) Correctional healthcare or high-acuity leadership experience preferred Compensation & Benefits We offer a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance 401(k) with company match Generous paid time off and paid holidays Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Continuing Education benefits And more Why Centurion Health? At Centurion, we deliver healthcare beyond patient care, healthcare for humanity. Our leaders play a critical role in shaping systems, supporting staff, and ensuring quality care in some of the most challenging and rewarding environments. Apply today to join a mission-driven organization and lead nursing operations at Phillips State Prison. indmhm #AM
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree in Nursing (required)
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Current CPR certification
- Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance, including drug screening and criminal background check
Nice To Haves
- Prior nursing leadership experience strongly preferred (DON, ADON, Nurse Manager, or similar)
- Correctional healthcare or high-acuity leadership experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical, educational, and professional leadership to nursing and support staff
- Oversee daily nursing operations to ensure safe, effective, and compliant patient care
- Collaborate closely with the Contract Manager, Medical Director, Mental Health leadership, and custody partners
- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
- Lead staffing, scheduling, performance management, and professional development initiatives
- Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and quality improvement
- Serve as a key member of the multidisciplinary leadership team focused on improving healthcare outcomes for incarcerated patients
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Continuing Education benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
