Licensed Practical Nurse

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for NJMS-Pediatrics-Adolescent Medicine.

The Licensed Practical Nurse engages adolescents and young adults (AYAs) in the clinic under the guidance of a physician and Advance Practice Nurse (APN).

The LPN provides clinical expertise in family planning and prevention strategies, and provides assessment, planning, and treatment of HIV / STI positive youth in the Division of Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine (DAYAM).

Functions in a variety of roles including clinical, administrative, and centralized services depending on the needs of the clinic.

Among the key duties of this position are the following :

• Provides patient care according to Rutgers protocols and policies and the professional standards of the American Nurses Association.
• Complies with all regulatory requirements, including OSHA, CLIA, Title X, CDC, DEA, and the New Jersey Department of Public Health.
• Complies with all LPN related documented workflows including the follow-up and referral procedures.
• Works collaboratively with all clinic staff and managers to contribute to a positive work environment.
• Assists the physician with the correct ordering of all labs and diagnostics in Epic EHR per follow-up procedures and ensures specimens are collected prior to patient departure from the clinic.
• Assists the physician with management of any pregnancy related follow-up of abnormal results and referrals

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Grade 215 Position Salary 65,000 Annual Minimum Salary 61089.

60 Annual Mid Range Salary 62129.60 Annual Maximum Salary 64001.60 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description Teamsters 97 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to .

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

Possession of a valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey.

Certifications / Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Phlebotomy and physical assessment skills are essential.
• Thorough working knowledge of regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practices guidelines.
• Must exhibit cultural sensitivity to work with diverse populations.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office components, particularly Excel.
• Proficiency in Spanish is required.
• Team builder

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent research skills
• Proficiency in EPIC
• Prior experience working with the adolescent and young adult populations with sexual and reproductive is highly preferred.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical Demands :

Standing less than 1 / 3 of the time, sitting up to 2 / 3 of the time, walking about 1 / 3 of the time. Requires use of hands to finger, handle or feel to 2 / 3 of the time, reach with hands and arms under 1 / 3 of the time, stoop, knee, crouch or crawl under 1 / 3 of the time;

talk or hear over 2 / 3 of the time. Must be able to lift or exert force up to ten (10) pounds.

Work Environment :

Clinic and Office environment. Moderate noise. Special Conditions