Advanced Practice Nurse Psychiatric Per Diem Statewide UCHC

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.

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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 University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Per Diem Advanced Practice Nurse Psychiatric Statewide located in Trenton, NJ. The Advanced Practice Nurse reports to the site psychiatrist for clinical matters (e.g., diagnosis and treatment) and to the site administrator for administrative matters (e.g., vacation, timekeeping). The Advanced Practice Nurse, supervised by the site psychiatrist, performs psychiatric evaluations, conducts psychiatric follow‑up visits, and prescribes psychiatric medications to inmates within the New Jersey Department of Corrections.

The age range of inmates varies from 16 to 65+. In addition, the Advanced Practice Nurse works with a variety of healthcare professionals (e.g., physicians, psychologists, social workers, nurses) and correction officers in a correctional environment providing health services to inmates.

• Responds to and initiates care for psychiatric emergencies throughout the facility.
• Assesses inmate/patient in a variety of settings.
• Identifies inmate/patient psychiatric problems and prescribes treatment under direction of a physician.
• Implements psychiatric care utilizing therapeutic regimens approved by the physician.
• Provides education to inmate/patient, health care, and correctional staff.
• Documents all mental health care contacts.

$83.87 per hour (FLSA Nonexempt, Grade 99H). Minimum, mid‑range and maximum salary are all $83.87 per hour. Final offer may be adjusted based on qualifications, experience, and departmental funds.

• 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

• Master’s Degree in nursing, graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse by the New Jersey Board of Nursing, registered as a Professional Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
• Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner experience.
• Maintains an active CPR certification.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and possess a vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another.

• At least 2 years of related nursing experience (preferably as an advanced practice nurse).

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Licenses
• CPR Certification

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of 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)..

Must be approved by the New Jersey Department of Corrections. This position is approved for remote work. The posting number is 26ST0090.