Director of Nursing (RN) - Corrections Leader

CorrectHealth, LLC; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CorrectHealth, LLC seeks a Director of Nursing (RN) for Jefferson Parish, LA to oversee 24/7 health care services in a correctional setting. The DON will lead the nursing team, manage clinical operations, and ensure compliance with accrediting standards, while collaborating with correctional staff to deliver high-quality patient care.

Qualified candidates hold an Associates or higher in Nursing and an active RN license in Louisiana, with corrections experience preferred and 3–5 years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level nursing degree or higher.
• Active RN license in the state of employment.
• Corrections experience is preferred; 3-5 years in admin/supervisory roles.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all health care services in the facility 24/7.
• Lead and develop the nursing team; manage clinical operations.
• Ensure compliance with NCCHC, ACA and other accrediting standards.
• Collaborate with health services and correctional staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical operations

Education

Associates or better in Nursing

RN License in Louisiana

Job description

CorrectHealth, LLC seeks a Director of Nursing (RN) for Jefferson Parish, LA to oversee 24/7 health care services in a correctional setting. The DON will lead the nursing team, manage clinical operations, and ensure compliance with accrediting standards, while collaborating with correctional staff to deliver high-quality patient care.

Qualified candidates hold an Associates or higher in Nursing and an active RN license in Louisiana, with corrections experience preferred and 3–5 years in