Licensed Practical Nurse - Per Diem

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Licensed Practical Nurse - Per Diem Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department NJMS-Pediatrics-Adolescent Medicine Overview New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse - Per Diem for NJMS - Pediatrics . The Licensed Practical Nurse - Per Diem will engage adolescents and young adults (AYAs) in the clinic under the guidance of a physician and Advance Practice Nurse (APN). The LPN provides clinical expertise in family planning and prevention strategies, and provides assessment, planning, and treatment of HIV / STI positive youth in the Division of Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine (DAYAM). Functions in a variety of roles including clinical, administrative, and centralized services depending on the needs of the clinic. Provides patient care according to Rutgers protocols and policies and the professional standards of the American Nurses Association. Complies with all regulatory requirements, including OSHA, CLIA, Title X, CDC, DEA, and the New Jersey Department of Public Health. Complies with all LPN related documented workflows including the follow-up and referral procedures. Works collaboratively with all clinic staff and managers to contribute to a positive work environmentAmong the key duties of this position are the following: Works in the DAYAM clinic under guidance of physicians and APN and performs needed clinical tasks including registration, taking histories, distribution/administration of medication, coordination of referrals, pre-authorizations, and other services as needed. Facilitates patient flow in the clinic in conjunction with the APN. Takes responsibility for ensuring prompt clinic start to ensure smooth patient flow. Performs and or assists with patient intake which may include registration, health history taking, vital signs and patient education. Performs and or assists with patient discharge, follow up appointment, coordination of care, referrals and linkage as needed. Assists the physician with the correct ordering of all labs and diagnostics in Epic EHR per follow-up procedures and ensures specimens are collected prior to patient departure from the clinic. Position Status Per Diem Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Grade 99H Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 00.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 0.00 Annual Maximum Salary 0.00 Standard Hours 19.00 Union Description Health Care Prof Per Diem Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Possession of a valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Phlebotomy and physical assessment skills are essential. Thorough working knowledge of regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practices guidelines. Must exhibit cultural sensitivity to work with diverse populations. Excellent organizational and communication skills required. Excellent research skills preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office components, particularly Excel. Team builder Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in Spanish is preferred. Proficiency in EPIC preferred. Prior experience working with the adolescent and young adult populations with sexual and reproductive is highly preferred. Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 24ST2582 Posting Open Date 11/04/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS) City Newark State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. 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