Staff Nurse Per Diem UCHC NSP
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Mental Health Nurse
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Job Category:
Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Nursing
Department: UCHC-Ph-NSP-Rn-.3
Positions
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.
Posting SummaryRutgers University Correctional Healthcare is seeking a Per Diem Staff Nurse for the Northern State Prison in Newark, New Jersey. The Staff Nurse utilizes the nursing process to meet a variety of health care needs with ambulatory care as a primary focus.
Responsibilities- Works with a variety of health care professionals and security officers in a correctional environment. Frequently functions guided by nursing protocols. Functions as a team leader as assigned.
- Demonstrates competency in assessment and identification of the physical health of adults (18 to 64 years), and geriatrics (65+) all population groups and their personal strengths.
- Identifies inmate-centered goals and nursing objectives and implements prescribed interventions and solutions for the identified problems.
- Provides direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of the inmate-patient including adults (18 to 64 years), and geriatrics (65+) within the framework established by the correctional system.
Grade: 99H
FLSA:
Nonexempt
Hourly Rate: $59.01/hr
Minimum Salary: 59.01
Mid Range Salary: 59.01
Maximum Salary: 59.01
Benefits- 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
Per Diem
Working HoursStandard
Hours:
19.00
Daily
Work Shift:
Rotating
Work Arrangement:
This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.
Minimum
Education and Experience:
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with a license to practice in the State of New Jersey.
- CPR Certification required.
- Valid Driver’s License is required. Must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another.
- Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) or its equivalent preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a correctional setting preferred.
As a first responder must have the physical capacity to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes. Physically able to lift and carry upstairs an emergency treatment bag that can weigh up to 45 pounds and assist in lifting and rotating patients who are unable to ambulate (up to 50 pounds).
Special ConditionsMust be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Are you currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey?
- Yes
- No
- Are you currently CPR Certified?
- Yes
- No
- Do you have a valid driver’s license and possess a vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another?
- Yes
- No
- Resume/CV
- Certifications/Licenses
- CPR Certification
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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