Registered Nurse; RN

Overview

Join the Vital Core Team in Ohio. Vital Core Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in correctional health care, has an opening for a Registered Nurse at Warren County Juvenile Detention Center in Lebanon, Ohio for full-time employment.

Registered Nurse – Warren County Juvenile Detention Center, Lebanon, Ohio

A Registered Nurse delivers quality care 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 appropriate to their scope of practice. The RN assumes responsibility and accountability for the quality of care delivered and promotes a safe environment for patients and staff.

The RN acts as a patient advocate and leader to promote best practices within the profession of nursing.

• Full-Time Night shift
• 6P–6A
• Rotating every other weekend
• Rotating holidays

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Must have at least 1 year of experience in an acute care setting
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment
• Active CPR certification
• Knowledge of state laws and regulations governing practice
• Completion of initial and annual clinical competencies as assigned

• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records
• Administer medications and monitor for reactions and side effects
• Record patients’ medical information and vital signs
• Monitor, record, and report changes in patient condition
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans
• Modify treatment plans as indicated by patient responses
• Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity
• Direct or supervise nursing or healthcare personnel as assigned
• Prepare patients for and assist with examinations or treatments
• Educate individuals and groups on health topics and develop health improvement programs
• Prepare rooms, instruments, equipment, and supplies; maintain stock
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests as needed
• Additional duties as assigned by the facility

Full benefits available. Vital Core Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills and perspectives.