Staff Nurse Per Diem UCHC NJSP

Rutgers; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Per Diem Staff Nurse for the New Jersey State Prison in Trenton, NJ. The nurse uses the nursing process to meet diverse inmate health needs with ambulatory focus, collaborating with healthcare and security teams.

Requirements include NJ RN licensure and CPR, with a valid driver's license and own transportation. The role is full onsite, with rotating shifts and a 12-month appointment period. Salary is $59.01 per hour.

Qualifications

• RN License to practice in the State of New Jersey.
• CPR Certification.
• Valid Driver’s License is required. Must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of the resident-patient including adolescents (13-17 years), adults (18 to 64 years) and their family within the framework established by the correctional system.
• Performs assessments of resident-patient in a variety of settings such as initial intake area, health care unit for sick call, emergency situations in housing, chronic care clinics and infirmary.
• Works with a variety of health care professionals and security officers in a correctional environment.
• Identifies inmate-centered goals and nursing objectives and implements prescribed interventions and solutions for the identified problems.
• Plans nursing care by identification of resident-patient needs based on assessments. Makes appropriate, timely referrals and initiates appropriate nursing care based on institutional policies and procedures.
• As team leader or charge nurse, delegates duties to other health care team members based on their skill, knowledge and experience and guides the provision of care by others.

Skills

CPR Certification

Valid Driver’s License

Education

RN License to practice in the State of New Jersey

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Nursing

Department: UCHC New Jersey State Prison N_DUP

University Correctional Health Care (UHC), 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. UHC 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. 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. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Per Diem Staff Nurse for the New Jersey State Prison located in Trenton, New Jersey.

The Staff Nurse utilizes the nursing process to meet a variety of health care needs with ambulatory care as a primary focus for inmates in the New Jersey Department of Corrections.

• Provides direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of the resident‑patient including adolescents (13‑17 years), adults (18 to 64 years) and their family within the framework established by the correctional system.
• Performs assessments of resident‑patient in a variety of settings such as initial intake area, health care unit for sick call, emergency situations in housing, chronic care clinics and infirmary.
• Works with a variety of health care professionals and security officers in a correctional environment.
• Identifies inmate‑centered goals and nursing objectives and implements prescribed interventions and solutions for the identified problems.
• Plans nursing care by identification of resident‑patient needs based on assessments. Makes appropriate, timely referrals and initiates appropriate nursing care based on institutional policies and procedures.
• As team leader or charge nurse, delegates duties to other health care team members based on their skill, knowledge and experience and guides the provision of care by others.

FLSA: Nonexempt

Grade: 99H

Salary Details: $59.01/hr

Minimum Salary: 59.01

Mid Range Salary: 59.01

Maximum Salary: 59.01

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.

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

Working Hours: 19

Standard Hours: 19.00

Daily Work Shift: Rotating

Work Arrangement: This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Union Description: HPAE 5089

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment: Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility: None

Minimum Education and Experience:

• RN License to practice in the State of New Jersey.
• CPR Certification
• Valid Driver’s License is required. Must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another

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.

Posting Number: 26ST2111

Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Off Campus

City: Trenton

State: NJ

Location Details: New Jersey State Prison, located in Trenton, NJ

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey?
  • Yes
  • No
• Are you currently CPR Certified?
  • yes
  • no
• Do you have a valid driver's license and possess a vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Licenses
• CPR Certification

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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