Staff Nurse (RN), Per Diem

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Staff Nurse (RN), Per Diem for the Douglass Development Disabilities Center. This on-site role involves triage, treatment of minor injuries, and maintaining health records for students and staff.

Responsibilities include safety training, coordination with families, and collaboration with professionals to support individuals with special needs. Requires NJ nursing licensure and school nurse eligibility.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a license to practice in NJ (Active and in Good Standing).
• School Nurse Certification or NJ Substitute School Nurse eligible.
• Valid NJ Nursing License.

Responsibilities

• Provides general nursing services, including triage of patients and treatment of minor injuries.
• Maintains health records and medication logs per HIPAA regulations.
• Provides staff training regarding safety and hazardous materials; crisis management as needed.
• Collaborates with families on medical issues related to students and staff.
• Attends staff development programs and maintains professional demeanor.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Crisis management

Independent work

Public speaking

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with NJ license

School Nurse Certification or NJ Substitute School Nurse eligible

Valid NJ Nursing License

Job description

Department

Department Douglass Developmnt Disab Cntr

Overview

At the Rutgers University Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology, we provide the nation’s highest quality doctoral education and training, which develops outstanding practitioners and fosters personal leadership to advance the practice and field of professional psychology. Since the establishment of our Psychological Clinic in 1929 and the school’s founding in 1974, we have become the “gold standard” in the education and training of qualified and competent direct-service psychologists.

The mission of GSAPP is threefold: education, research/scholarship, and public service. Its goal is to prepare well‑educated, qualified, and competent direct‑service psychologists who have a special commitment to direct community involvement and to underserved populations—professionals who can integrate scientific knowledge with innovation in the delivery of psychological services to individuals, families, groups, and organizations. Professionals receiving a doctoral degree in psychology should be capable of extending psychological knowledge and exhibiting the high level of analytic skills and theoretical understanding needed to use existing and emerging psychological knowledge.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a School Nurse, Per Diem for the Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center at the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology ( GSAPP ).
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Provides general nursing services, including triage of patients, and treatment of minor injuries at the Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center.
• Demonstrates fundamental knowledge of general medical procedures and appropriately implements procedures to assess and address both routine health concerns and those involving medical crisis.
• Appropriately maintains and distributes medication to students and clients
• Maintains necessary documentation of all health records for students, clients, and staff; and medication logs documenting distribution of prescription and/or doctor prescribed OTC medication. Compliant with HIPAA regulations.
• Provides staff training regarding safety and hazardous material and provides training specific to individuals with specialized needs (e.g., severe allergies, seizure disorder).
• Collaborates with professionals and families on medical issues related to students with autism spectrum disorder (e.g., teachers, physicians).
• Maintains a professional manner that enhances the Center’s efforts to provide appropriate health care to students/clients and staff.
• Attends and participates in staff development programs on related topics.

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 99H

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 59.01

Mid Range Salary 59.01

Maximum Salary

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

Position Status

Working Hours

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 19.00

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on‑site work arrangement.

Union Description

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a license to practice in the State of New Jersey. (Active and in Good Standing).

Certifications/Licenses

• School Nurse Certification or NJ Substitute School Nurse eligible.
• Valid NJ Nursing License.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge, of University Regulations.
• Compliant with HIPAA Regulations.
• Ability to work independently.
• Skill in writing and in public speaking.
• Individual must be able to work with children and adults who engage in aggressive behaviors that require physical intervention. Following training must be physically capable of safely providing crisis management techniques including restraining, lifting, and blocking individuals with challenging behavior.
• Willingness and ability to travel between two locations, (151 Ryders Lane and 25 Gibbons Circle) on a regular basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Sitting at computer for length of time, walking, talking, or hearing, No special vision requirements. Must be able to lift or exert force up to 25 lbs.
• Work Environment: Clinic office, moderate noise.

Special Conditions

• In accordance with New Jersey State law, applicants must agree to undergo and authorize the University to conduct fingerprint, criminal history and/or child abuse record checks with various law enforcement agencies, including, but not limited to: The FBI Identification Division and/or the NJ Division of State Police, Bureau of Identification. Applicants must also assume costs incurred by the University associated with the background investigations, whether required by statute or not.
• In accordance with state mandated requirements, a Mantoux test will be administered to the successful applicant to verify the absence of tuberculosis. In addition, the successful applicant, at the cost of the University, will be required to be inoculated against Hepatitis B, unless the successful applicant waives this vaccination in writing. Required to obtain certification in CPR /First Aid within six months of employment.

Posting Number

Posting Number 26ST1981

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City

State

State NJ

25 Gibbons Circle, Douglass Campus

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Staff Nurse (RN), Per Diem Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Nursing Department Douglass Developmnt Disab Cntr Overview At the Rutgers University Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology, we provide the nation’s highest quality doctoral education and training, which develops outstanding practitioners and fosters personal leadership to advance the practice and field of professional psychology. Since the establishment of our Psychological Clinic in 1929 and the school’s founding in 1974, we have become the “gold standard” in the education and training of qualified and competent direct-service psychologists.
The mission of GSAPP is threefold: education, research/scholarship, and public service. Its goal is to prepare well‑educated, qualified, and competent direct‑service psychologists who have a special commitment to direct community involvement and to underserved populations—professionals who can integrate scientific knowledge with innovation in the delivery of psychological services to individuals, families, groups, and organizations. Professionals receiving a doctoral degree in psychology should be capable of extending psychological knowledge and exhibiting the high level of analytic skills and theoretical understanding needed to use existing and emerging psychological knowledge. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a School Nurse, Per Diem for the Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center at the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology ( GSAPP ). Among the key duties of this position are the following:

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FLSA Nonexempt Grade 99H Salary Details Minimum Salary 59.01 Mid Range Salary 59.01 Maximum Salary 59.01

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Position Status Per Diem Working Hours Standard Hours 19.00 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on‑site work arrangement. Union Description HPAE 5089 Per Diem Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly Position Pension Eligibility None Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience ...

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a license to practice in the State of New Jersey (active and in good standing)?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

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