Licensed Pratical Nurse Per Diem-UCHC BSP (Multiple Vacancies)

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Posted: 11-Mar-24

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey

Salary: Open

Categories:

Medical School/Programs
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 223324

Position Summary:

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking Per Diem Licensed Practical Nurse for the Bayside State Prison located in Leesburg, New Jersey. 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.
Duties will include:

• Provides input to 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.
• Documents all aspects of patient care.
• Informs and instructs patients on patient's health/illness state and plan of care.
• Participates in data collection related to the patients' status and needs.
• Assists patient/significant other in preparation for discharge and health maintenance in the home.
• Is knowledgeable of and initiates emergency procedures.
• Maintains supplies and equipment.
• Administers medications and parenteral therapy in accordance with established policies.

Minimum Education and Experience:

•  Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing Program 

City: Leesburg

State: NJ

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 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.  

Salary: $29.00/hr

Posting Number: 24ST0570

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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national public research university and the state's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Rutgers is dedicated to teaching that meets the highest standards of excellence; to conducting research that breaks new ground; and to turning knowledge into solutions for local, national, and global communities. As it was at our founding in 1766, the heart of our mission is preparing students to become productive members of society and good citizens of the world. Rutgers teaches across the full educational spectrum: preschool to precollege; undergraduate to graduate and postdoctoral; and continuing education for professional and personal advancement. Rutgers is New Jersey's land-grant institution and one of the nation's foremost research universities, and as such, we educate, make discoveries, serve as an engine of economic growth, and generate ideas for improving people's lives.
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