Licensed Practical Nurse

Rutgers University; New Brunswick, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University—Robert Wood Johnson Medical School seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Surgery department. The role supports colorectal surgery patients, coordinating tests, orders, and insurance preauthorizations, and assisting physicians and staff in office procedures.

The nurse communicates with the care team and prepares patient charts and test results. This is a full-time, on-site position at Rutgers RBHS with standard hours.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid LPN registration in the State of New Jersey is required.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Ability to work in a team and use basic computer tools is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document nursing care for colorectal surgery patients within scope of practice.
• Coordinate pre-operative testing and medical clearances.
• Assist physicians and nurses during clinic and office procedures.
• Place orders and obtain insurance precertifications for tests.
• Communicate patient status to the care team in a timely manner.
• Prepare charts and paperwork for office visits and results.

Skills

Teamwork

Word processing

Computer skills

Education

LPN license (NJ)

CPR certification

Job description

Department

Department RWJ - Surgery Colon Rectal

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 six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, 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 including New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, 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 for the department of Surgery at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

The Rutgers–Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Licensed Practical Nurse, in collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and other members of the healthcare team, provides focused, technical nursing care to clinical and office operations.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Provides and documents nursing care within the scope of practice for colorectal surgery patients in face-to-face and telephone encounters; provides input to the plan of care by communicating information pertinent to the patient’s status to the physician and other members of the healthcare team as appropriate and in a timely manner.
• May be required to travel to offsite locations to assist providers during clinic hours, including Steeplechase Cancer Center.
• Assists physicians and advanced practice nurse during scheduled office hours, including preparation and setup of clinic exam and procedure rooms for patient visits. Assists in office procedures. Reviews and prepares patient charts prior to office visits for essential paperwork and test results.
• Places orders and obtains insurance precertification for prescribed clinical testing for special procedures (CT, MRI , Ultrasound etc.) Provide patients with results of prescribed clinical tests after discussing them with the appropriate physicians.
• Coordinates pre-operative testing and medical clearance prior to surgical procedures. Calls patients to check in pre- and post-operatively.
• Completes return to work/school letters and disability paperwork for patients.

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 215

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 33.510

Mid Range Salary 34.010

Maximum Salary

Maximum Salary 35.030

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 40.00

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

Union Description Teamsters 97

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Certifications/Licenses

Certifications/Licenses

• Possession of a valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey is required.
• Must be CPR certified.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• The ability to function in a team environment is required, as are word processing and computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least six (6) months of related experience is preferred.
• At least six (6) months of phone triage experience is preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Position requires standing to 2/3 of the time, walking to 2/3 of the time, requires sitting to 2/3 of the time, use of the hands to finger, handle or feel to 2/3 of the time, reach with hands and arms over 1/3 of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl under 1/3 of the time, talk or hear over 2/3 of the time. Position requires lifting 1/3 of the time up to 10 pounds, and under 1/3 of the time up to 25 pounds.
• Work Environment: Moderate noise environment with some exposure (less than 1/3 of the time) to blood borne pathogens requiring the use of personal protective equipment; some potential exposure (less than 1/3 of the time) to hazardous waste.

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST1599

Posting Open Date

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Off Campus

City

City

State

State NJ

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Licenses

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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