Licensed Practical Nurse PT Eves UCHC GSYCF

Licensed Practical Nurse PT Eves UCHC GSYCF (Multiple Vacancies)

University Correctional Health Care (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 system in New Jersey.

Rutgers seeks a Part‑time Licensed Practical Nurse (Medical) for the Garden State Youth Correctional Facility in Yardville, NJ. The primary purpose of the position is to administer total patient care in accordance with professional nursing standards, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, and to provide a safe and therapeutic environment.

• Participates in data collection related to the patients’ status and needs. Provides input to Registered Nurse for incorporation into the plan of care by communicating information pertinent to the patient’s status.
• Provides direct patient care within scope of practice to ensure implementation of the plan of care.
• Informs and instructs patients/significant others on patient’s health/illness state and plan of care.
• Assists patient/significant other in preparation for discharge and health maintenance in the home.
• Documents all aspects of patient care.

Minimum

Education and Experience:

• Possession of a valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
• CPR Certification.
• Valid Driver’s License required. Must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another.

• At least six (6) months of experience in an acute hospital setting.

Must be physically able to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes and assist in lifting or rotating patients who are unable to ambulate (up to 50 pounds). Must have vehicle or alternative transportation.

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

• FLSA:
  Nonexempt
• Grade: 215
• Salary:
  Minimum $32,520;
  Mid $33,020;
  Max $34,010
• Pay:
  People Soft
• Working Hours:
  
  20 per week
• Days:
  Evening shift
• Work Arrangement:
  Full onsite
• Union:
  Teamsters 97
• Terms of Appointment:
  Staff - 12 month
• Pension Eligibility: PERS

• 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

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.

As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..