Staff Nurse PT Days UCHC SWSP (Multiple Vacancies)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays, and leave

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care seeks a part-time Staff Nurse for Southwoods State Prison in Bridgeton, NJ. The Nurse uses the nursing process to address ambulatory care needs for inmates within a correctional setting.

Responsibilities include direct/indirect nursing care, patient assessments across multiple care settings, collaboration with health professionals, and leadership as charge nurse when needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• New Jersey nursing license required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Driver’s License and own vehicle or reliable transportation to multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of inmates.
• Perform assessments in areas such as intake, health care units, and infirmary; coordinate referrals as needed.
• Lead or assist as charge nurse, delegating duties and guiding care delivery.

Skills

Nursing care

Team leadership

Clinical assessment

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

BSN preferred

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

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

Department

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 Southwoods State Prison located 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 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

01D

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 37.230

Mid Range Salary 46.540

Maximum Salary 54.050

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

• 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

UCHC 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

Certifications/Licenses

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

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing ( BSN ) or its equivalent
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a correctional setting

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

26ST0538

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Off Campus

City

Bridgeton

State

NJ

Southwoods State Prison

located in Bridgeton, NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title

Staff Nurse PT Days UCHC SWSP (Multiple Vacancies)

Position Information

Department UCHC‑South Woods Psn‑Ancillary

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.

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Immunization Requirements

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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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