Rutgers University
Infection Control Nurse UCHC SWSP & BSP
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933
Position Information
University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal and juvenile justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,100 staff serving roughly 20,500 inmates in twelve adult correctional facilities, 400 residents in fourteen JJC locations, and 1,000 individuals in ten state parole board offices. We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments. We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world. Posting Summary
Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking an Infection Control Nurse for the Southwoods State Prison in Bridgeton and Bayside State Prison in Bridgeton, New Jersey. The Infection Control Nurse implements and evaluates the Statewide Infection Control Program at the Prison with a primary focus on HIV/AIDS infected inmates within New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) to ensure that NJDOC provides a safe environment for inmates and staff. Duties include: Identifies and assesses inmates with a primary focus on HIV/AIDS diagnosed individuals, high-risk inmates, and inmates requesting HIV counseling/education. Plans and coordinates inmate/patient access to primary medical care by ensuring scheduling of routine tests/procedures, maintaining current case management, and updating/ordering labs and medication under the supervision of the MD, as necessary. Assists as a source of information and communication regarding infectious disease and infection control issues for the site. Provides HIV pre/post testing counseling as needed. Provides discharge planning functions for HIV infected inmates. Assists the Statewide Infection Control Practitioner in developing and continuously updating a Statewide Quality Improvement Program for Infection Control. Implements surveillance program to establish and evaluate efficacy of staff practices, including monitoring infection control policies and procedures such as management of contaminated needles, syringes, razors, dressings, etc. Develops and implements in-service program to instruct staff and participates in orientation of new employees to Infection Control. Provides direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of the inmate-patient including adults (18 to 64 years), and geriatrics (65+) and their family within the framework established by the correctional system. Position Status
Full Time Hours Per Week
40 Daily Work Shift
Day Work Arrangement
This position requires a full onsite work arrangement. FLSA
Nonexempt Grade
01D Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary: 76212.00 Annual Mid Range Salary: 95275.44 Annual Maximum Salary: 110643.12 Standard Hours
40.00 Union Description
UCHC HPAE 5089 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 . Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with a RN license to practice in the State of New Jersey. 2 years of documented clinical nursing experience. Certifications/Licenses
CPR Certification required. Computer literacy. Valid Driver's License is required and possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Nursing (BSN). Physical Demands and Work Environment
As a first responder must have the physical capacity to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes. Physically able to lift and carry upstairs an emergency treatment bag that can weigh up to 45 pounds and assist in lifting and rotating patients who are unable to ambulate (up to 50 pounds). Special Conditions
Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.
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University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal and juvenile justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,100 staff serving roughly 20,500 inmates in twelve adult correctional facilities, 400 residents in fourteen JJC locations, and 1,000 individuals in ten state parole board offices. We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments. We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world. Posting Summary
Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking an Infection Control Nurse for the Southwoods State Prison in Bridgeton and Bayside State Prison in Bridgeton, New Jersey. The Infection Control Nurse implements and evaluates the Statewide Infection Control Program at the Prison with a primary focus on HIV/AIDS infected inmates within New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) to ensure that NJDOC provides a safe environment for inmates and staff. Duties include: Identifies and assesses inmates with a primary focus on HIV/AIDS diagnosed individuals, high-risk inmates, and inmates requesting HIV counseling/education. Plans and coordinates inmate/patient access to primary medical care by ensuring scheduling of routine tests/procedures, maintaining current case management, and updating/ordering labs and medication under the supervision of the MD, as necessary. Assists as a source of information and communication regarding infectious disease and infection control issues for the site. Provides HIV pre/post testing counseling as needed. Provides discharge planning functions for HIV infected inmates. Assists the Statewide Infection Control Practitioner in developing and continuously updating a Statewide Quality Improvement Program for Infection Control. Implements surveillance program to establish and evaluate efficacy of staff practices, including monitoring infection control policies and procedures such as management of contaminated needles, syringes, razors, dressings, etc. Develops and implements in-service program to instruct staff and participates in orientation of new employees to Infection Control. Provides direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of the inmate-patient including adults (18 to 64 years), and geriatrics (65+) and their family within the framework established by the correctional system. Position Status
Full Time Hours Per Week
40 Daily Work Shift
Day Work Arrangement
This position requires a full onsite work arrangement. FLSA
Nonexempt Grade
01D Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary: 76212.00 Annual Mid Range Salary: 95275.44 Annual Maximum Salary: 110643.12 Standard Hours
40.00 Union Description
UCHC HPAE 5089 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 . Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with a RN license to practice in the State of New Jersey. 2 years of documented clinical nursing experience. Certifications/Licenses
CPR Certification required. Computer literacy. Valid Driver's License is required and possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Nursing (BSN). Physical Demands and Work Environment
As a first responder must have the physical capacity to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes. Physically able to lift and carry upstairs an emergency treatment bag that can weigh up to 45 pounds and assist in lifting and rotating patients who are unable to ambulate (up to 50 pounds). Special Conditions
Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.
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