Registered Nurse (RN)

VitalCore Health Strategies; West Olive (MI); On-site; USD 56,481 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision

401K & Plan Matching

PTO

Annual Incentive Bonus

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies in Michigan is hiring a Registered Nurse at Ottawa County Jail in West Olive to deliver quality care within state regulations. The RN will supervise nursing activities, advocate for patients, and support a safe environment for staff and detainees.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program, active RN licensure in Michigan, CPR certification, and ongoing competency assessments.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment.
• Active CPR certification and ongoing clinical competencies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
• Administer medications and monitor for reactions.
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition.
• Coordinate with healthcare team to assess and plan care.
• Modify treatment plans based on patient responses.
• Supervise nursing staff as assigned.
• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments.
• Educate patients and families on health topics.

Skills

RN licensure

CPR certification

Patient care

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Job description

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 Registered Nurses at Ottawa County Jail in West Olive, Michigan!

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 TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• 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
• Dental
• 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 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 serve as a leader at all times to promote best practices within the profession of nursing.

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.

REGISTERED NURSE SCHEDULE

• PRN
• Full Time Night shift

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.

Salary Information

$41 - $45 Hourly Wage