Rutgers University
Staff Nurse FT Eves UCHC NSP (Multiple Vacancies)
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933
Overview
University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, provides 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 delivering 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’s preeminent public institution of higher education.
Posting Summary
Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Full Time Staff Nurse for Northern State Prison located in Newark, NJ. The Staff Nurse utilizes the nursing process to meet a variety of health care needs with ambulatory care as a primary focus for inmates in the New Jersey Department of Corrections. Provides direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of residents/patients across age groups within the correctional system. Performs assessments in settings such as initial intake, health care units, emergency situations, chronic care clinics and infirmaries. Collaborates with health care professionals and security officers in a correctional environment. Identifies goals and nursing objectives and implements prescribed interventions and solutions. Plans nursing care by assessing resident-patient needs, making referrals and initiating nursing care per institutional policies and procedures. As team leader or charge nurse, delegates duties and guides care provided by others.
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:
Licensure to practice in New Jersey; CPR Certification; Valid Driver’s License with own vehicle or alternate transportation between sites. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
N/A in original text. Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) or equivalent preferred; minimum of one year of experience in a correctional setting preferred. Equipment and Environment
Must be able to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes. Able to lift and assist with emergency treatment bags up to 45 pounds and assist in lifting and rotating patients up to 50 pounds. Must adhere to DOC requirements.
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs Competitive retirement benefits with defined contribution plans Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, visit Rutgers benefits overview.
Position Details
Position Status:
Full Time Working Hours (per week):
40 Standard Hours:
40.00 Daily Work Shift:
Evening Work Arrangement:
This position requires a full onsite work arrangement. Union Description:
UCHC HPAE 5089 Payroll Designation:
PeopleSoft Seniority Unit: Terms of Appointment:
Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility:
ABP
Posting Details
Posting Number:
25ST0246 Regional Campus:
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus:
Off Campus City:
Newark State:
NJ Location Details:
Northern State Prison, Newark, NJ
Screenings and Policies
Pre-employment screenings are required. Immunization policies may apply; vaccination proof or exemptions may be required. Affimative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity statements apply. See non-discrimination statement for details.
Posting Open Date: See posting; Others may apply. Regions: RBHS; Home Location: Off Campus; City: Newark; State: NJ.
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University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, provides 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 delivering 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’s preeminent public institution of higher education.
Posting Summary
Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Full Time Staff Nurse for Northern State Prison located in Newark, NJ. The Staff Nurse utilizes the nursing process to meet a variety of health care needs with ambulatory care as a primary focus for inmates in the New Jersey Department of Corrections. Provides direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of residents/patients across age groups within the correctional system. Performs assessments in settings such as initial intake, health care units, emergency situations, chronic care clinics and infirmaries. Collaborates with health care professionals and security officers in a correctional environment. Identifies goals and nursing objectives and implements prescribed interventions and solutions. Plans nursing care by assessing resident-patient needs, making referrals and initiating nursing care per institutional policies and procedures. As team leader or charge nurse, delegates duties and guides care provided by others.
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:
Licensure to practice in New Jersey; CPR Certification; Valid Driver’s License with own vehicle or alternate transportation between sites. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
N/A in original text. Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) or equivalent preferred; minimum of one year of experience in a correctional setting preferred. Equipment and Environment
Must be able to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes. Able to lift and assist with emergency treatment bags up to 45 pounds and assist in lifting and rotating patients up to 50 pounds. Must adhere to DOC requirements.
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs Competitive retirement benefits with defined contribution plans Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, visit Rutgers benefits overview.
Position Details
Position Status:
Full Time Working Hours (per week):
40 Standard Hours:
40.00 Daily Work Shift:
Evening Work Arrangement:
This position requires a full onsite work arrangement. Union Description:
UCHC HPAE 5089 Payroll Designation:
PeopleSoft Seniority Unit: Terms of Appointment:
Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility:
ABP
Posting Details
Posting Number:
25ST0246 Regional Campus:
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus:
Off Campus City:
Newark State:
NJ Location Details:
Northern State Prison, Newark, NJ
Screenings and Policies
Pre-employment screenings are required. Immunization policies may apply; vaccination proof or exemptions may be required. Affimative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity statements apply. See non-discrimination statement for details.
Posting Open Date: See posting; Others may apply. Regions: RBHS; Home Location: Off Campus; City: Newark; State: NJ.
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