UCHC Department Nurse Manager SWSP

Overview

University Correctional Healthcare ( UCHC ), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing 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 the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.

We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.

UCHC is seeking a Department Nurse Manager for the Southwoods State Prison, Bridgeton, NJ. The Department Nurse Manager performs supervisory responsibilities for nurses across shifts on an assigned unit(s) at a facility on a consistent basis. Collaborates with physicians, other health care personnel and interdepartmental personnel to ensure that the mission and objectives of the facility’s health program are realized. Maintains the standards of nursing practice/care and actualizes the philosophy, goals and objectives of the Nursing Service to staff, inmates and families.

• Assist in interpreting and translating the theoretical concepts of nursing into the delivery of nursing services for adults (18 to 64 years) and geriatrics (65+) inmates within the Department of Corrections.
• Assist in the participation of the structuring of organized nursing services.
• Implement nursing functions within the context of UCHC.
• Use information systems to retrieve, implement and retain essential records and services.
• Direct and supervise nursing and health care services in the context of the service.
• Provide for cost-effective use of resources and participate in budget preparation in the context of a unit.
• Assist with orientations and development of self, staff and nursing students.
• Participate and provide leadership in quality assurance and quality improvement activities and provide training to staff and correctional officers.
• Participate in decision making for organized nursing services.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Graduation from a state accredited school of nursing.
• A minimum of two (2) years of progressively more responsible nursing experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• Licensed as an RN in the State of New Jersey.
• CPR Certification.
• Must have valid driver’s license.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• One (1) year in a specialty area of services preferred.

Special Conditions

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

• Position Status
  :
  Full Time
• Working Hours
  : 40
• Standard Hours
  : 40.00
• Daily Work Shift
  :
  Day
• Work Arrangement
  :
  This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.
• Location
  :
  Southwoods State Prison, Bridgeton, NJ

• Minimum Salary:
• Mid Range Salary:
• Maximum Salary:

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

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Licenses
• CPR Certification

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