Registered Nurse - Infection Control
About The Position
Centurion is proud to partner with the Georgia Department of Corrections to provide healthcare services to the incarcerated population. We are currently hiring a full-time Infection Control Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team at Phillips State Prison in Buford, GA. The Infection Control Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing holistic nursing care within the appropriate scope of practice to incarcerated patients while working under the direction of the Director of Nursing (DON) and/or Nursing Supervisor. This role has a primary focus on infection prevention and control within a secure correctional setting and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team (providers, nursing, mental health, custody, and administration) to identify, monitor, and respond to a wide range of physical, psychological, and social needs of patients.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Current, valid Registered Nurse (RN) license or ability to obtain one, as required by the state.
- Appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, including drug screening and criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in infection control, occupational health, public health, or quality/risk management.
- Correctional, acute care, long-term care, or high-acuity clinical experience.
- Familiarity with CDC, OSHA, and state infection control guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, investigate, and track infectious diseases within the facility, including respiratory, gastrointestinal, skin, and bloodborne infections.
- Lead and maintain infection control surveillance programs, including data collection, trending, and reporting to clinical leadership.
- Coordinate and implement infection prevention measures such as isolation, cohorting, PPE use, and environmental controls in partnership with security and operations.
- Develop, deliver, and reinforce staff education on infection control practices (hand hygiene, standard and transmission-based precautions, PPE, cleaning, and disinfection).
- Participate in outbreak management, including early recognition, case finding, contact tracing within housing units, and implementation of control measures.
- Collaborate with the DON, providers, and custody leadership on policies, procedures, and protocols related to infection prevention in a correctional environment.
- Conduct audits and rounds to assess compliance with infection control standards and follow up on deficiencies with coaching, re-education, and escalation as needed.
- Assist with intake screening processes related to communicable diseases and ensure appropriate follow-up for high-risk patients.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation and reports in accordance with facility, company, and regulatory standards.
- Uphold safety, security, and professional boundaries while working inside a correctional facility.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Continuing education benefits
- And more…
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
