Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse (Full‑Time Day/Night Shift & PRN) – Howard R. Young Correctional Institution, Wilmington, DE VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS) is seeking dedicated Registered Nurses (RN) for full‑time day, night shift, and PRN positions at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution. Candidates must be available for at least 3–6 weeks of onsite training. Position Summary The RN delivers quality care consistent with the local state nurse practice act. The RN works within local practice acts and regulations, delegates and ensures supervision of nursing activities, and assumes responsibility for the quality of care delivered. The RN promotes a safe environment, acts as a patient advocate, and leads best practices within the nursing profession. Minimum Requirements Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment Active CPR certification Knowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations governing practice Completion of initial and annual clinical competencies as required by the role Essential Functions Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records Administer medications and monitor patients for reactions and side effects Record patients’ medical information and vital signs Monitor, record, and report changes in patients’ condition Consult and coordinate with the healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans Modify patient treatment plans based on patient 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 unit Prepare patients for and assist with examinations or treatments Instruct individuals, families, or groups on health education, disease prevention, and childbirth; develop health improvement programs Prepare rooms, sterile instruments, equipment, or supplies and ensure stock is maintained Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to assess patient condition Perform additional duties as assigned by the facility Schedule Full‑Time – 12‑hour shifts (8a–8p, 8p–8a), rotating weekends Part‑Time – 12‑hour shifts (8a–8p, 8p–8a), rotating weekends PRN – 2 shifts per month; must complete 3–6 weeks of onsite training Night Shift – 12‑hour shifts (8p–8a); PRN staff required to work 2 shifts per month Shift Differential Weekday (Mon‑Fri): $4.25 Weekend (Sat/Sun): $5.75 3p–11pm: $3.50 11p–7:30a: $4.50 Day: $6.00 Benefits Package (Full‑Time Employees Only) 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 Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance Short‑Term/Long‑Term Disability Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center 401(k) & Plan Matching PTO Annual Incentive Bonus #J-18808-Ljbffr VitalCore Health Strategies