Registered Nurse (RN)

VitalCore Health Strategies

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the VitalCore Team in Mississippi! 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 South Mississippi Correctional Institute in Leakesville, MS! Looking for a rewarding career in the healthcare field with competitive wages, an annual incentive bonus, and an excellent benefits package? 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 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 Dental Vision Health Savings Account Life Insurance Short Term/Long Term Disability Identity Theft Protection Animal/Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center 401K & Plan Matching PTO Annual Incentive Bonus REGISTERED NURSE (RN) 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. 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

Requirements

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
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.

Responsibilities

The RN maintains accurate, detailed reports and records.
The RN administers medications to patients and monitors patients for reactions and side effects.
The RN records patients’ medical information and vital signs.
The RN monitors, records, and reports symptoms or changes in patients’ condition.
The RN consults and coordinates with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
The RN modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses and conditions.
The RN monitors all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
The RN directs or supervises less-skilled nursing or healthcare personnel or supervise a particular unit.
The RN prepares patients for and assists with examinations or treatments.
The RN instructs individuals, families, or other groups on topics such as health education, disease prevention, as well as developing health improvement programs.
The RN prepares rooms, sterile instruments, equipment, or supplies and ensure that stock of supplies is maintained.
The RN orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s condition.
The RN attends training and meetings as required.

Benefits

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
Animal/Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
401K & Plan Matching
PTO
Annual Incentive Bonus