Staff Nurse PT Days UCHC ADTC

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a part-time Staff Nurse for the Adult Diagnostic Treatment Center in Avenel, NJ. The nurse will perform nursing care in a correctional setting, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and following established protocols.

This position emphasizes ambulatory care focus, onsite work, and shift coverage for daytime hours. Applicants must be licensed in New Jersey with CPR certification and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of inmates in a correctional setting.
• Utilizes effective communication with patients, security staff and health care teammates.
• Attends in-services and continuing education to maintain skills.
• Participates in educating inmates, security officers and other health care team members.
• Participates in in-service meetings and educational programs as assigned.

Education

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

RN license in New Jersey

CPR Certification

Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) or equivalent preferred

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Staff Nurse PT Days UCHC ADTC

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

Department: UCHC Adult Treatment Center Ph

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.

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.

Posting Summary: Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Part Time Staff Nurse for the Adult Diagnostic Treatment Center, located in Avenel, NJ. The UCHC 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.

• Provides direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of the inmatepatient 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.


• Attends appropriate in‑services and continuing education offerings to obtain and maintain necessary skills.


• Participates in offering education to inmates, security officers and other members of the health care team.


• Participates in in‑service meetings and educational programs either as attendee or as a teacher, as arranged and approved by supervisor.

FLSA: Nonexempt

Grade: 01D

Salary: $37.230–$54.050 per year (mid range $46.540)

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 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: Part Time

Working Hours: 20

Standard Hours: 40.00

Daily Work Shift: Day

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: ABP

Qualifications

Minimum 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.


• RN license in New Jersey


• 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 Details

• Posting Number: 26ST0901


• Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)


• Home Location Campus: Off Campus


• City: Avenel


• State: NJ


• Location Details: Adult Diagnostic Treatment Center located in Avenel, 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. 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. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement