Department Nurse Manager UCHC EJSP

Overview

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 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. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.

University Correctional Healthcare (UCHC) is seeking a Department Nurse Manager for the East Jersey State Prison, located in Rahway, 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.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Assists 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.
• Assists in the participation of the structuring of organized nursing services.
• Implements nursing functions within the context of UCHC.
• Uses information systems to retrieve, implement and retain essential records and services.
• Directs and supervises nursing and health care services in the context of the service.
• Provides for cost‑effective use of resources and participates in budget preparation in the context of a unit.
• Assists with orientations and development of self, staff and nursing students.
• Participates and provides leadership in quality assurance and quality improvement activities and provides training to staff and correctional officers.
• Participates in decision making for organized nursing services.

Minimum Salary:
Mid Range Salary:
Maximum Salary:

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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

Full Time

40 hours per week, Standard

Hours:

40.00, Daily

Work Shift:

Day, Work Arrangement:
This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Health Care Professionals

Staff - 12 month

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

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

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