Licensed Practical Nurse PT Nights UCHC ADTC​/STU

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.

Rutgers is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey's preeminent comprehensive public institution. Established in 1766, it celebrated its 250th anniversary in 2016 and serves more than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff across New Jersey and worldwide.

Part‑Time Licensed Practical Nurse – Adult Diagnostic Treatment Center, Avenel, NJ (Night shift; 20 hours per week). This role works under the direction of a Registered Nurse to provide technical nursing care and to ensure safe, therapeutic environments for patients in a correctional setting.

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.

• Participates in data collection related to patients' status and needs.
• Provides input to the Registered Nurse for incorporation into the plan of care by communicating information pertinent to the patient's status.
• Provides direct patient care within scope of practice to ensure implementation of the plan of care.
• Informs and instructs patients/significant others on patient's health/illness state and plan of care.
• Assists patient/significant other in preparation for discharge and health maintenance in the home.
• Documents all aspects of patient care.

• Valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
• CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and ownership of a vehicle or alternative means of transportation between sites.

• At least six months of experience in an acute hospital setting.

First responder ability to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes and physical capacity to lift and rotate patients weighing up to 50 pounds.

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage; paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs; competitive retirement benefits; educational benefits when applicable; life insurance; employee discount programs.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre‑employment screenings.

Under policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy, certain prospective employees may be required to provide proof of seasonal influenza vaccination during the flu season, unless a medical or religious exemption is granted. Failure to provide proof may result in rescission of an offer or disciplinary action.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Rutgers provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of protected categories, encouraging qualified applicants to apply.