Nursing Assistant Alleges Assault, Wrongful Termination at Jesup Facility
A former nursing assistant at Jesup Ridge in Jesup, Georgia, alleges she was assaulted by her boss, the director of nursing, during a staff meeting after reporting resident neglect. The employee claims she was subsequently fired, while her former boss…
Savannah, GA, November 10, 2026 — A former nursing assistant at Jesup Ridge, a facility located in Jesup, Georgia, has come forward with allegations of assault and wrongful termination. The employee claims that the incident occurred during a staff meeting following her report of resident neglect.
According to the former nursing assistant, her direct supervisor, identified as the director of nursing at Jesup Ridge, physically assaulted her during the meeting. The alleged assault took place shortly after the assistant had reported concerns regarding the neglect of residents at the facility.
Following the alleged assault and the prior report of resident neglect, the nursing assistant claims she was terminated from her position. The circumstances surrounding her dismissal are central to her allegations.
In connection with the incident, the former director of nursing has been arrested. Law enforcement officials have charged the former supervisor with simple battery. Further details regarding the timeline of the arrest and the ongoing legal proceedings were not immediately available.
The allegations highlight concerns regarding workplace safety and the reporting of resident care issues within healthcare facilities. The name of the former nursing assistant was not provided. Information regarding the specific nature of the alleged resident neglect or the outcome of any investigations into those claims was also not detailed in the available information.
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