Registered Nurse (RN) | GDCP (Prison) | Day and Night shift | $44-$49 an hour

Centurion Health; Georgia; On-site; USD 61,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

FSA

Job summary

Centurion Health is the provider of mental health and medical services for the Georgia Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse (RN) to join our day or night shift team at GDCP in Jackson, GA.

This position offers a predictable day or night shift schedule, dedicated security presence, and collaborative nursing leadership. You will provide patient-centered care to incarcerated individuals under the supervision of the DON and Nursing Supervisor, ensuring

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in nursing required.
• Active Georgia RN license (or MSL/Compact) required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Ability to obtain security clearance and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, ethical, and evidence-based nursing care.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes.
• Collaborate with medical, mental health, and custody teams.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Follow safety, security, and infection control procedures.

Skills

Nursing care

Documentation

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Patient safety

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: GA, Jackson - GA Diagnostic & Classification State Prison - Jackson, GA 30233 Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: Associate's DegreeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: As NeededJob Category: Nursing Professional & SupportLocation: GDCP | Jackson, GA

Position: Registered Nurse (RN)

Employment type: Full-time

Shift: Day or Night shift | 36 or 40 hours a week | 12 or 8-hour shift

Hours: 8 AM - 4:30 PM or 7AM-7PM

Weekend coverage: 12 hour shift requires rotating weekends

Compensation: $44.00-$49 an hour | Night shift has a $3.00 shift diff | $1.00 weekend shift diff

About the Role

Centurion Health is proud to be the provider of mental health and medical services for the Georgia Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse (RN) to join our day or night shift team at GDCP in Jackson, GA.

Why work as an RN at GDCP with Centurion Health?

• Predictable day or night shift schedule
• Clear policies and workflows
• Dedicated security presence and clear patient accountability
• No family or visitor interactions, reducing stress and distractions
• Supportive nursing leadership and multidisciplinary collaboration

Benefits

• $44-$49 an hour
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Continuing education and professional development benefits
• And more

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides holistic, patient-centered nursing care to an incarcerated population within scope of practice. The RN works under the direction of the Director of Nursing (DON) and/or Nursing Supervisor, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to assess, identify, and respond to patients’ medical, mental health, and psychosocial needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, ethical, and evidence-based nursing care
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered
• Monitor patient conditions and report change appropriately
• Collaborate with medical, mental health, and custody teams
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Follow established safety, security, and infection control procedure

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in nursing required
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license within the state of Georgia | MSL or Compact | Must be active
• Current CPR certification | Must be active
• Ability to obtain required security clearance, including drug screen and background check