Staff Nurse Mental Health Per Diem Mulitiple -UCHC NSP

Position: Staff Nurse Mental Health Per Diem Mulitiple Vacancies-UCHC NSP

Staff Nurse Mental Health Per Diem Multiple Vacancies-UCHC NSP

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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.

Posting Summary

University Correctional Healthcare (UCHC) is seeking a per diem Mental Health Staff Nurse (RN) 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. 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 psychological and 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.
• Uses psychiatric standards of nursing practice and classification of mental disorders to develop inmate treatment plans with specific goals and interventions delineating nursing actions unique to each inmate’s needs.
• Implements nursing actions that promote, maintain or restore physical and mental health of all age groups.
• Evaluates inmate responses in collaboration with multi-disciplinary care providers to ensure quality inmate care.
• Performs additional duties that are directly related to the workings of the milieu and its safety, as demonstrated by documentation in specific paperwork and by supervisory observations.
• Assumes responsibility for his/her continuing education and professional development and contributes to the professional growth of co-workers.

Salary Details

$59.01/hr (Nonexempt, Grade 99H). Offer will be determined by qualifications, experience, and department or grant funds to support the position.

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

Working Hours

19 hours per week, rotating shift. Full onsite work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with a license to practice in the State of New Jersey.
• Minimum of one (1) year of psychiatric experience required.

Certifications / Licenses

• CPR Certification required.
• Valid Driver’s License required. Must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) or its equivalent.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Must be physically capable of performing 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 Conditions

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its…