Sr. License Practical Nurse

Sr. License Practical Nurse

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey.

Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers.

In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Sr. License Practical Nurse in the Child, Adolescent and Adult Inpatient – Acute Treatment of Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The Sr. License Practical Nurse provides technical nursing care to child through adult populations. Performs treatments and procedures within established guidelines. Provides a safe and comfortable environment for patients. Provides direct care to patients within scope of practice.

Takes vital signs including temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure on all patients and documents immediately in the EMR. Administers medications and parenteral therapy in accordance with established UBHC guidelines. Performs venipuncture as required. Collects and processes laboratory specimens. Follows National Patient Safety Goals in proper identification of patient before collecting specimens.

FLSA
- Nonexempt

Grade - 225

Salary Details - 74027

Minimum Salary - 34.050

Mid Range Salary - 34.550

Maximum Salary - 35.590

Benefits
- 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

Position Status
- Full Time

Standard Hours - 40.00

Daily Work Shift
- Night

Work Arrangement
- This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description
- Teamsters 97

Payroll Designation
- People Soft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
- Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility - PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
- Possession of a valid and current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey and three (3) years of relevant experience as an LPN is required.

Certifications/Licenses
- Valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrated competency in venipuncture techniques required. Demonstrated strong clinical nursing specialty, excellent communication skills, must be PC literate with proficiency in word processing and leadership abilities required.