Licensed Practical Nurse FT Days EJSP UCHC

Posting Summary

Rutgers Correctional Health Care is seeking a Full Time Licensed Practical Nurse for East Jersey State Prison, located in Rahway, New Jersey.

The primary purpose of the Licensed Practical Nurse position is to, in accordance with professional nursing standards, skillfully administer total patient care based on the individualized needs of assigned patients and families.

Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, provides technical nursing care to assigned patients, performs treatments and procedures within established guidelines, and provides a safe and therapeutic environment.

Duties include :

• Provides input to Registered Nurse for incorporation into the plan of care by communicating information pertinent to the patient’s status.
• Provides direct patient care within scope of practice to ensure implementation of the plan of care.
• Documents all aspects of patient care.
• Informs and instructs patients on patient’s health / illness state and plan of care.
• Participates in data collection related to the patients’ status and needs.
• Assists patient / significant other in preparation for discharge and health maintenance in the home.
• Is knowledgeable of and initiates emergency procedures.
• Maintains supplies and equipment.
• Administers medications and parenteral therapy in accordance with established policies.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week 40 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

FLSA Nonexempt Grade 2150 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 29.370 Annual Mid Range Salary 29.870 Annual Maximum Salary 30.

770 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description Teamsters, Local 97 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to .

Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

Graduated from an accredited Nursing school

Certifications / Licenses

• Possession of a valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
• CPR Certification
• Valid Driver’s License

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications

At least six (6) months of experience in an acute hospital setting preferred.

Equipment Utilized 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 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.