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Rutgers University

Staff Nurse Per Diem MSCF UCHC

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


Position DetailsPosition InformationRecruitment/Posting Title

Staff Nurse Per Diem MSCF UCHC

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Nursing

Department

UCHC-Ph-Midstate Corr Facility

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.

We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Per Diem Staff Nurse for the Midstate Correctional Facility, located in Wrightstown, New Jersey. 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.Uses current knowledge to promote a safe environment for providing health care to inmate-patients.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

Standard Hours

19.00

Union Description

HPAE 5135 Per Diem

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to

http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

NoneQualificationsMinimum Education and Experience

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with a license to practice in the State of New Jersey.Certifications/Licenses

CPR Certification.Valid Drivers LicensePreferred 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.Posting DetailsPosting Number

24ST0930

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

City

Wrightstown

State

NJ

Location Details

Midstate Correctional Facility located in Wrightstown, NJPre-employment ScreeningsAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization RequirementsUnder 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.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity StatementIt 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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