Staff Nurse - LPN

Equiliem; Bridgeton (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Equiliem is looking for a Staff Nurse to work in a correctional facility in Bridgeton, NJ. The role involves delivering nursing care to inmate-patients, while ensuring compliance with health care standards and legal requirements. Candidates must possess an LPN License for New Jersey and be prepared for a challenging work environment.

Responsibilities include working with health care professionals, assessing the health needs of adults and geriatrics, and maintaining professional standards. This position allows for growth in correctional nursing and success within a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• LPN License to practice in the State of New Jersey.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a correctional setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize nursing process to meet ambulatory care needs.
• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to inmate-patients.
• Maintain required annual licensure and credentialing requirements.

Skills

Experience in correctional setting

Effective communication skills

Ability to handle stressful environments

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

LPN License in New Jersey

CPR Certification

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Correctional Facility in Bridgeton, 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 and 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+) across all population groups and their personal strengths. Identifies inmate-centered goals and nursing objectives and implements prescribed interventions and solutions for the identified problems.

Provides direct and indirect nursing care to meet the physiological, psychosocial, and emotional needs of the inmate-patient including adults (18 to 64 years), and geriatrics (65+) 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. Adheres to personnel policies to enhance the operation of the health care unit.

Maintains required annual licensure and credentialing requirements for the nursing personnel of the health care unit and assumes responsibility for his/her continuing education and professional development and contributes to the professional growth of co-workers. Able to function in a stressful environment and relates well to patients, security staff, and healthcare team members.

May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases. Entering and movement within the facility will be controlled by Correctional Officers.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
• LPN License to practice in the State of New Jersey
• CPR Certification required
• Valid Driver's License is required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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)
• Must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another
• Must be approved by the client and adhere to all client requirements
• Employees will be subject to and must comply with all security regulations and procedures

EEO Employer

Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equiliem will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [emailprotected] or [phone].