Staff Nurse FT Days ADTC UCHC

Rutgers University
Avenel, NJ
Full-time

Posting Summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Full-Time UCHC Staff Nurse for the Adult Diagnostic Treatment Center, located in Avenel, 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 inmate-patient 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.
  • Uses current knowledge to promote a safe environment for providing health care to inmate-patients.
  • Maintains current professional skills and continues professional growth to enhance the practice of correctional nursing and the image of the organization.
  • Adhere to personnel policies to enhance the operation of the health care unit.

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 01D Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 35.780 Annual Mid Range Salary 45.860 Annual Maximum Salary 51.

950 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description HPAE, Local 5089 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 ABP Qualifications 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 required.
  • Valid Driver’s License is required. Must 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 preferred.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a correctional 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 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.

30+ days ago
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