
Job Location GA, Buford - Phillips State Prison - Buford, GAPosition Type Full-TimeEducation Level Associate's DegreeTravel Percentage NoneJob Shift DayJob Category Nursing Professional & Support
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.
Position Details
Status: Full-time | Days | Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Weekends: None
Compensation
Hourly
Rate: $41–$46 per hour (based on experience)
Benefits for Full-Time Team Members Include:
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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Welcome to Centurion Health, a leading force in healthcare dedicated to serving special populations. We specialize in providing healthcare services to multi-site large populations. Currently, we serve 12 state correctional systems, providing correctional healthcare services to nearly 275,000 incarcerated individuals in more than 250 facilities through 18 programs in 15 states across the nation.
At Centurion Health, we’re not just setting the standard; we’re going beyond patient care and redefining it with excellence in healthcare across the nation.