Staff Nurse Per Diem UCHC SWSP

Overview

University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offenders treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice system in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,000 staff.

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a per‑diem staff nurse for the Southwoods State Prison located in Bridgeton, NJ. The role focuses on ambulatory care for inmates of the New Jersey Department of Corrections.

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of residents, including adolescents (13‑17 years), adults (18‑64 years) and their families.
• Perform assessments in settings such as initial intake, sick‑call, housing emergencies, chronic‑care clinics and infirmary.
• Collaborate with health‑care professionals and security officers within a correctional environment.
• Identify inmate‑centered goals and nursing objectives; implement interventions and solutions for identified problems.
• Plan nursing care based on needs identified in assessments; make referrals and initiate care in accordance with institutional policies.
• As charge nurse or team leader, delegate duties to team members and guide care provision.

Pay: $59.01 per hour (FLSA Non‑exempt, Grade 99H). Salary may be adjusted based on candidate qualifications, experience, and department or grant funds.

• Medical, prescription drug and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays and leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits (defined contribution plans, voluntary tax‑deferred savings)
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

• CPR certification
• License to practice in the State of New Jersey
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from the site

• Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) or equivalent
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a correctional setting

Must have the physical capacity to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes and lift or carry an emergency treatment bag that may weigh up to 45 pounds. Able to assist in lifting and rotating patients weighing up to 50 pounds.

Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements.

• Resume / CV
• Certifications / Licenses
• CPR Certification

• Cover Letter / Letter of Application

• Are you currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have a valid driver’s license?
  • Yes
  • No
• Are you currently CPR certified?
  • Yes
  • No

We are an equal access/ opportunity institution and encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, military service liability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.

Employment may be contingent upon proof of vaccination against seasonal influenza for the current flu season unless a medical or religious exemption is granted.