Job DetailsJob Location: 21251 Ridgetop Circle - Sterling, VA 20166Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: Bachelor's DegreeTravel Percentage: Short-Term/Travel AssignmentJob Shift: DayJob Category: Nursing Professional & SupportCenturion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive services to state correctional facilities across the nation. We are currently seeking a full-time Director of Nursing to join our Centurion Eagles Travel Team.
Our Travel Program DONs are part of an exciting travel team who works between various Department of Corrections facilities, while enjoying the benefits of having convenient “block” scheduling, outstanding benefits and exceptional compensation. This position is 75% travel.
Our Traveling DON will work assignments at various facilities/locations throughout the United States per contract needs and is responsible for directing the full nursing team, providing clinical, educational and professional supervision for nursing and support staff in the correctional environment. Works under the direction of the contract manager and collaborates with mental health/medical leadership and other members of the multidisciplinary team to improve health care of incarcerated patients.
Qualifications
Must hold valid Compact (multi-state) Registered Nurse (RN) license in the United States; BSN preferred but not required
Progressive experience in nursing care with a minimum of five years of supervisory experience preferred
Experience in examining operations, formulating, developing and implementing new strategies and procedures preferred
Corrections, forensics or criminal justice experience preferred
Previous travel experience preferred
Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ BLS
Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check
We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:
Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays
Flexible Spending Account
Continuing Education benefits
Much more...
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Our Travel Program DONs are part of an exciting travel team who works between various Department of Corrections facilities, while enjoying the benefits of having convenient “block” scheduling, outstanding benefits and exceptional compensation. This position is 75% travel.
Our Traveling DON will work assignments at various facilities/locations throughout the United States per contract needs and is responsible for directing the full nursing team, providing clinical, educational and professional supervision for nursing and support staff in the correctional environment. Works under the direction of the contract manager and collaborates with mental health/medical leadership and other members of the multidisciplinary team to improve health care of incarcerated patients.
Qualifications
Must hold valid Compact (multi-state) Registered Nurse (RN) license in the United States; BSN preferred but not required
Progressive experience in nursing care with a minimum of five years of supervisory experience preferred
Experience in examining operations, formulating, developing and implementing new strategies and procedures preferred
Corrections, forensics or criminal justice experience preferred
Previous travel experience preferred
Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ BLS
Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check
We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:
Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays
Flexible Spending Account
Continuing Education benefits
Much more...
#INDMHM
Job ID: 516947571
Originally Posted on: 4/10/2026
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