Director of Nursing (DON) | Phillips State Prison | $107K+ | RN License required
Centurion Health•Buford, GA
•$107,000•Onsite
About The Position
Centurion Health is 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.
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)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
