Registered Nurse (RN)

VitalCore Health Strategies; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Orlando, Florida is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to deliver quality care at the Orange Regional Juvenile Detention Center. This position requires licensure in Florida, CPR certification, and a commitment to maintaining accurate patient records and promoting patient advocacy. The RN will work PRN and is expected to coordinate care with healthcare team members while adhering to practice regulations. Join a passionate team dedicated to ensuring quality health services.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Must have licensure as a Registered Nurse in Florida.
• Needs to possess an active CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care as per local practice acts.
• Administer medications and monitor patient reactions.
• Maintain accurate reports and records.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Medication administration

Healthcare team coordination

Record keeping

Patient assessment

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Florida

Active CPR certification

Job description

Join the VitalCore Team in Florida! We're people who are fueled by passion, not by profit.

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care has openings for Registered Nurses at Orange Regional Juvenile Detention Center in Orlando, Florida for PRN!

Looking for a rewarding career in the healthcare field with competitive wages?

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking compassionate, dedicated 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 POSITION SUMMARY

A 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, 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; 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 SCHEDULE

• PRN

REGISTERED NURSE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Florida.
• 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 (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 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.

We’re people who are fueled by passion, not by profit.

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, Juvenile, Nursing, Orlando, Florida, Orange County, Juvenile Detention Center, PRN