Registered Nurse (RN)

VitalCore Health Strategies; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Medical

Vision

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

401K & Plan Matching

PTO

Annual Incentive Bonus

Dependent Care FSA

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Kent County Jail in Grand Rapids, MI. The RN delivers quality care, advocates for patients, and works within state practice acts to ensure safety and compliance. Full-time day and night shifts are available, with PRN options as well.

The position requires an accredited nursing degree, active RN licensure in Michigan, and CPR certification. Prior correctional or behavioral health experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and licensed as an RN in the state.
• Active CPR certification and familiarity with state practice acts.
• Experience in correctional or behavioral health is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care within the scope of practice and advocate for patients.
• Supervise and coordinate nursing activities appropriate to the scope of practice.
• Maintain accurate reports, monitor vital signs, and administer medications.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Ensure compliance with state laws, competencies, and facility policies.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing degree

RN licensure (state)

CPR certification

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN)

VitalCore Health Strategies Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

About this position

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

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care has openings for Full-Time Day & Night Shift Registered Nurses at Kent County Jail in Grand Rapids, Michigan!! PRN Day & Night Shifts also available!!

Drug Screen and Background Check Required

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking 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 BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Holiday Pay : New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

REGISTERED NURSE 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 assumes responsibility and accountability for the quality of care delivered; 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.

• Must possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university or have graduated from an approved RN program
• Must possess a current license in this state
• The RN works in accordance with local practice acts and regulations, delegates and ensures supervision of nursing activities and functions to other competent nursing personnel appropriate to their scope of practice
• Experience in Correctional or behavioral desired but not required

REGISTERED NURSE 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.

REGISTERED NURSE 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 patients’ 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 patient’s condition.
• Additional duties as assigned by facility.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and 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.

Keywords: RN, Registered Nurse, Correctional Facility, Nurse.

12 and 8 hour shifts available

Salary Information

$40 - $45Hourly Wage