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Job Category: Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Nursing
Department: UCHC-Ph-Edna Mahan Corr Facility
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. We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.
Posting Summary:
Rutgers University Correctional Healthcare is seeking a Full Time UCHC Staff Nurse for Edna Mahan Correctional Facility located in Clinton, NJ. 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.
Among the duties are:
- 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.
- Utilizes effective communication skills by demonstrating respect, concern, and courtesy in all interpersonal relationships.
- Uses current knowledge to promote a safe environment for providing health care to inmate-patients.
Position Status: Full Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Daily Work Shift: Day
Work Arrangement: This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.
Minimum Qualifications:
- License to practice in the State of New Jersey
- CPR Certification required
- Valid Driver’s License is required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) or its equivalent preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a correctional setting preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
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 Conditions: Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements.
Posting Number: 24ST0924
City: Clinton
State: NJ
Edna Mahan Correctional Facility located in Clinton, NJ
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey?
- * Are you currently CPR Certified?
- * Do you currently possess a valid driver’s license?
Required Documents- Resume/CV
- Certifications/Licenses
- CPR Certification
Optional Documents- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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