Director of Nursing (DON) | Phillips State Prison | $107K+ | RN License required

Centurion Health; Sardis Estates (GA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead nursing operations at Phillips State Prison in Buford, Georgia. The role requires clinical oversight, staff supervision, and strong compliance within a correctional setting.

The DON will collaborate with medical and custody leadership, drive staffing and professional development, and promote a culture of accountability and quality improvement for incarcerated patients.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance (drug screen and background check).
• Prior nursing leadership experience preferred (DON/ADON/Manager).
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical, educational, and professional leadership to nursing staff.
• Oversee daily nursing operations for safe, effective, compliant patient care.
• Collaborate with Contract Manager, Medical Director, Mental Health leadership, and custody partners.
• Lead staffing, scheduling, performance management, and professional development initiatives.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and quality improvement.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff supervision

Regulatory compliance

Healthcare operations

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Position: Director of Nursing (DON) – Correctional HealthcareLocation: Phillips State Prison | Buford, GASalary: $107K + annuallySchedule: Monday–Friday | Full-TimeCenturion 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.Compensation & BenefitsWe offer a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance401(k) with company matchGenerous paid time off and paid holidaysFlexible Spending Account (FSA)And moreKey ResponsibilitiesProvide clinical, educational, and professional leadership to nursing and support staffOversee daily nursing operations to ensure safe, effective, and compliant patient careCollaborate closely with the Contract Manager, Medical Director, Mental Health leadership, and custody partnersEnsure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standardsLead staffing, scheduling, performance management, and professional development initiativesPromote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and quality improvementServe as a key member of the multidisciplinary leadership team focused on improving healthcare outcomes for incarcerated patientsQualificationsAssociate’s Degree in Nursing (required)Active Registered Nurse (RN) licenseCurrent CPR certificationAbility to obtain and maintain security clearance, including drug screening and criminal background checkPrior nursing leadership experience strongly preferred (DON, ADON, Nurse Manager, or similar)Correctional healthcare or high-acuity leadership experience preferredindmhm#AM