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Registered Nurse (RN) | Wilcox State Prison | $41-$46 an hour | Day shift

Centurion Health

Abbeville, Georgia

$41–$46/hr

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Last seen active Aug 3, 2026

What the posting states

Base pay
$41–$46/hr
Weekends, holidays, call
Weekend / holiday coverage: Every other weekend | Some holiday coverage

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External title: Registered Nurse Facility and city: Wilcox State Prison | Abbeville, GA Employment type: Full-time | Day Schedule: Monday-Friday | 6AM-6PM Weekend / holiday coverage: Every other weekend | Some holiday coverage Compensation / differentials: $41-$46 an hour | $1.00 shift diff Position Overview: The full-time Registered Nurse (RN) at Wilcox State Prison in Abbeville, GA provides flexible, as-needed clinical coverage and plays a critical role in delivering patient care and supporting overall clinical operations. This position requires strong clinical judgment, independence, and the ability to integrate quickly into an established team. Benefits / Position Highlights: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance •Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance •401(k) with Company Match •Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) •Employee Assistance Program •Ongoing training and career growth opportunities Key Responsibilities: Complete nursing assessments and respond to changes in patient condition Administer medications and treatments as ordered Collaborate with medical, mental health, nursing, and custody teams Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation Follow established clinical, safety, security, and infection-control procedures Qualifications: Associate degree in nursing required Active RN license in Georgia or an applicable compact state, in good standing Current and active CPR or BLS certification Required or preferred experience: 1 year of RN experience Ability to obtain the required security clearance, which may include a drug screen and criminal background check

Requirements

  • Associate degree in nursing
  • Active RN license in Georgia or an applicable compact state, in good standing
  • Current and active CPR or BLS certification
  • 1 year of RN experience (preferred)
  • Ability to obtain required security clearance, which may include a drug screen and criminal background check

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Company-paid Life and Disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

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You would be walking into Wabash Valley Correctional Facility in Carlisle, where Centurion runs healthcare for the Indiana Department of Correction. The work is primary and specialty care inside the fence—vitals, labs, EKGs, minor procedures—and some roles stretch into infirmary-style…

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What reviewers appreciate

  • Hands-on primary and specialty care inside Indiana DOC at Wabash Valley
  • RN pay clustering near $40/hour in our postings; employer-stated $40–$50 ranges elsewhere
  • Travel path up to ~$2685/week with stipend and multi-site float in Indiana

What reviewers flag

  • Staffing shortages and high stress repeatedly flagged; WLB ratings near 2.6–2.8
  • Management scores low (Indeed ~2.2; Glassdoor senior management ~2.6)
  • Advancement described as present but limited by unclear pathways and inconsistent management
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Living in Abbeville, GA

Abbeville is a small South Georgia community in Wilcox County, surrounded by the farmland and pine forests typical of the region. It offers nurses a quiet, rural lifestyle with a slow pace — ideal for those who prefer small-town living over urban hustle.

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State price level · Georgia
96.3
4% below the national average

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