Assistant Director of Nursing (76034)

Employer: Centurion Health
Location: GA Diagnostic & Classification State Prison (GDCP) Jackson GA
Position: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Full-time
Shift: 7:00 AM4:30 PM Day MondayFriday
Weekend coverage: Some weekend coverage required
Compensation: $105000 annually

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 Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our leadership team at GA Diagnostic & Classification State Prison (GDCP) in Jackson GA.

This role is ideal for experienced nurse leaders who thrive in high-volume structured environments and can maintain strong leadership presence in a fast-paced correctional intake facility. GDCP is the primary intake center for the state requiring decisive leadership operational control and consistent execution.

Why Work as an ADON at GDCP with Centurion Health

Leadership role within the states primary intake facility
Structured environment with clear policies and defined workflows
Dedicated security presence and controlled clinical setting
No family or visitor interactions allowing focus on operations and care delivery
Direct collaboration with medical mental health and custody leadership
Opportunity to lead within a high-impact mission-driven setting

Benefits

Competitive salary of $105000 annually
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

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Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) provides operational oversight and direct supervision of nursing and support staff within a large secure correctional facility. Reporting to the Director of Nursing (DON) the ADON ensures the consistent delivery of safe compliant and efficient nursing care across a high-volume intake environment.

This position requires a leader who can make decisions quickly enforce expectations consistently and maintain stability under pressure. The ADON plays a critical role in maintaining clinical operations supporting staff performance and ensuring adherence to all institutional and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and support nursing and support staff within a secure correctional environment
Ensure delivery of care in compliance with Centurion policies GDOC regulations and security procedures
Maintain staff accountability performance standards and workflow efficiency
Collaborate with providers mental health and custody teams to support daily operations
Assist with staffing coordination scheduling oversight and coverage planning
Respond to clinical and operational issues in real time ensuring continuity of care
Provide direct and indirect patient care as needed
Maintain accurate and timely documentation and reporting
Reinforce safety infection control and institutional protocols consistently

Qualifications

Associates or Bachelors degree in Nursing required
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia or compact license Must be active
Current CPR certification Must be active
Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience required
Ability to obtain required security clearance including drug screen and background check

Preferred Experience (Highly Valued)

Correctional forensic or secure behavioral health environment
Emergency Department (ER) ICU or high-acuity leadership experience
Experience managing staff in fast-paced high-volume settings
Strong background in compliance audits and policy-driven environments
Demonstrated ability to lead teams independently and resolve issues without escalation

This Role is Best Suited for Leaders Who:

Operate effectively in structured policy-driven environments
Maintain composure and authority in high-pressure situations
Can lead teams with consistency accountability and clear expectations
Are comfortable managing complex patient populations
Prioritize safety compliance and operational stability

Important Consideration

This is a high-demand high-responsibility leadership role within the states primary intake facility. Candidates seeking highly flexible environments or less structured settings may find this position challenging.

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