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Rutgers University

Staff Nurse Per Diem UCHC GSYCF

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


Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title:

Staff Nurse Per Diem UCHC GSYCF

Job Category:

Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Nursing

Department:

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Overview:

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 justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,000 staff. We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.

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.

Posting Summary:

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Per Diem UCHC Staff Nurse for the Garden State Youth Correctional Facility, located in Yardville, 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.

Among the key duties of this position are the following: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.

Position Status:

Per Diem

Daily Work Shift:

Rotating

Work Arrangement:

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

FLSA:

Nonexempt

Grade:

99H

Position Salary:

$57.01/hr

Annual Minimum Salary:

00.00

Annual Mid Range Salary:

0.00

Annual Maximum Salary:

0.00

Standard Hours:

19.00

Union Description:

HPAE 5135 Per Diem

Terms of Appointment:

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility:

None

Qualifications:

Minimum Education and Experience:Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Certifications/Licenses:License to practice in the State of New JerseyCPR Certification requiredValid Driver's License is required

Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) or its equivalent preferred.Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a correctional setting preferred.

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.

Location Details:

Garden State Youth Correctional Facility, located in Yardville, NJ

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.

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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