Staff Nurse PT Eves 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

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care seeks a Part Time Staff Nurse for Southwoods State Prison in Bridgeton, NJ. The nurse applies the nursing process to ambulatory care needs, collaborating with healthcare professionals and security officers in a correctional setting.

Responsibilities include direct/indirect patient care, education for inmates and staff, and participation in in-service meetings. Requires NJ nursing license and CPR, with BSN preferred and correctional experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with a license to practice in New Jersey.
• CPR Certification is required for this role.
• Nursing license in New Jersey is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to inmates aged 18–64 and geriatrics 65+, within correctional protocols.
• Demonstrate respectful, courteous communication in all interactions.
• Attend in-services to maintain skills and knowledge.
• Educate inmates, security officers and health care team as needed.
• Participate in in-service meetings or as a presenter as assigned.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with NJ license

Job description

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. Works with a variety of health care professionals and security officers in a correctional environment. Frequently functions guided by nursing protocols. 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+) all population groups and their personal strengths. Identifies inmate-centered goals and nursing objectives and implements prescribed interventions and solutions for the identified problems.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• 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

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade

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.

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 Part Time

Working Hours 20

Standard Hours 40.00

Daily Work Shift Evening

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

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.
• Nursing license in New Jersey
• Valid drivers license. Must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another.

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 26ST0539

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Off Campus

City Bridgeton

State NJ

Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgeton, NJ

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

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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