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UCHC Staff Nurse MSCF (PT Evenings)

Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933


Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title:

UCHC Staff Nurse MSCF (PT Evenings)Job Category:

Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - NursingDepartment:

UCHC-Ph-Midstate Corr FacilityOverview:

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.Posting Summary:

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Part Time Staff Nurse for the Midstate Correctional Facility located in Wrightstown, NJ. The Staff Nurse utilizes the nursing process to meet a variety of health care needs with ambulatory care as a primary focus. Works with a variety of health care professionals and security officers in a correctional environment. Frequently functions guided by nursing protocols. Functions as a team leader as assigned. Demonstrates competency in assessment and identification of the physical health of adults (18 to 64 years), and geriatrics (65+) all population groups and their personal strengths. Identifies inmate-centered goals and nursing objectives and implements prescribed interventions and solutions for the identified problems.Key Duties: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.Utilizes effective communication skills by demonstrating respect, concern and courtesy in all interpersonal relationships.Uses current knowledge to promote a safe environment for providing health care to inmate-patients.Maintains current professional skills and continues professional growth to enhance the practice of correctional nursing and the image of the organization.Adhere to personnel policies to enhance the operation of the health care unit.Position Status:

Part TimeDaily Work Shift:

EveningWork Arrangement:

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.FLSA:

NonexemptGrade:

01DAnnual Minimum Salary:

76212.00Annual Mid Range Salary:

95275.44Annual Maximum Salary:

110643.12Union Description:

UCHC HPAE 5089Terms of Appointment:

Staff - 12 monthPosition Pension Eligibility:

ABPQualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:Graduate from an accredited School of NursingCertifications/Licenses:CPR Certification.License to practice in the State of New Jersey.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) or its equivalent.Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a correctional setting.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.Posting Details

Posting Number:

22ST3303Regional Campus:

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)Home Location Campus:

Off CampusCity:

WrightstownState:

NJLocation Details:

Midstate Correctional Facility located in Wrightstown, NJPre-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.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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