Registered Nurse (RN)

VitalCore Health Strategies; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the City of Alexandria Jail on a full-time day shift. The RN delivers quality care within state practice act, advocates for patients, and supports the healthcare team in a correctional setting.

The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, active RN licensure in Virginia, CPR certification, and ongoing competency adherence.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Virginia.
• Active CPR certification.
• Knowledge of state laws and regulations governing nursing practice.
• Successful completion of required competencies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
• Administer medications and monitor for reactions.
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor, record, and report changes in patient condition.
• Coordinate with healthcare team to assess and plan care.
• Direct or supervise other nursing staff when needed.
• Prepare patients for examinations or treatments.
• Educate patients and families on health topics.
• Ensure stock and equipment are prepared and maintained.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the facility.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Patient advocacy

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent

Job description

Join the VitalCore Team in Virginia! We’re people fueled by passion, not by profit!

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening for a Registered Nurse (RN) at City of Alexandria Jail in Alexandria, VA for Full-Time, Day Shift!!!

AtVitalCorewe pride ourselves on acquiring ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services.Join our team and experience first‑hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) SCHEDULE:

• Full-Time
• Day Shift

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) POSITION SUMMARY:

The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers quality care consistent within the scope of practice as outlined by the local state nurse practice act for Registered Nurses. The RN works in accordance with local practice acts and regulations, and delegates and ensures supervision of nursing activities and functions to other competent nursing personnel appropriate to their scope of practice. The RN assumes responsibility and accountability for the quality of care delivered; and works to ensure a safe environment for themselves, the patient, and other staff members. The RN acts as a patient advocate to promote the quality of health care delivered in the facility and serves as a leader at all times to promote best practices within the profession of nursing.

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
• Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions and side effects.
• Record patients’ medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patient’s condition.
• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
• Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses and conditions.
• Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
• Direct or supervise less-skilled nursing or healthcare personnel or supervise a particular unit.
• Prepare patients for and assist with examinations or treatments.
• Instruct individuals, families, or other groups on topics such as health education, disease prevention, and childbirth as well as develop health improvement programs.
• Prepare rooms, sterile instruments, equipment, or supplies and ensure that stock of supplies is maintained.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess a patient’s condition.
• Additional duties as assigned by the facility.

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment.
• Possesses an active CPR certification.
• Remains knowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations governing practice.
• Satisfactory completion of initial and annual clinical competencies to demonstrate aptitude as assigned by role.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.