Posting Summary
Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Per Diem Licensed Practical Nurse for the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility located in Clinton 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 provides technical nursing care to assigned patients performs treatments and procedures within established guidelines and provides a safe and therapeutic environment. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Initiates the admission process and assists with the identification of recurrent health problem symptoms and behavioral changes of the resident. Collects pertinent data through observation interview and other members of the health team and communicates changes in the resident condition to other resident care providers. Maintains clinical area in clean neat safe manner and participates in required counts and cleaning assignments. Adheres to institution and medical unit infection control policies. Maintains current professional skills and continues professional growth to enhance the practice of correctional nursing and the image of the organization.
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 1000 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 Jerseys 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 67000 students and 22000 faculty and staff learn work and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.
Preferred Qualifications
At least six (6) months of experience in an acute hospital setting preferred.