Licensed Practical Nurse Mental Health PT Eves UCHC NSP

Licensed Practical Nurse Mental Health PT Eves UCHC NSP

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Recruitment/Posting

Title:

Licensed Practical Nurse Mental Health PT Eves UCHC NSP

Job Category:
Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Nursing

Department: UCHC Northern State Prison Med

Office/

Location:

Northern State Prison, located in Newark, NJ

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.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Part‑Time Licensed Practical Nurse Mental Health for Northern State Prison located in Newark, NJ. The primary purpose of the Licensed Practical Nurse position is to, in accordance with professional nursing standards, skillfully administer total patient care based on the individualized needs of assigned patients and families. Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, the LPN provides technical nursing care to assigned patients, performs treatments and procedures within established guidelines, and provides a safe and therapeutic environment.

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

Minimum Salary: 32.520

Mid‑Range Salary: 33.020

Maximum Salary: 34.010

Benefits 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

Position Status:
Part Time

Working Hours:

20 per week (Standard Hours 40.00). Daily

Work Shift:

Evening. Work Arrangement:
Full onsite.

Union:
Teamsters 97

Terms of Appointment:
Staff - 12 month

Pension Eligibility: PERS

Grade: 215

FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Posting Number: 26ST0682

• Possession of a valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
• CPR Certification required.
• Valid Driver’s License required; must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation between sites.
• At least six months experience in an acute hospital setting preferred.

• Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements.
• Physical demands:
  Capable of performing CPR for at least 10 minutes;…