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Posted: 19-Jul-23

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey

Salary: Open

Categories:

Medical School/Programs
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 199496

Position Summary:

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for Northern State Prison located in Newark, 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:
 
 * Participates in data collection related to the patients' status and needs.
 * 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.
 * 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.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Possession of a valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey.

City: Newark

State: NJ

Equipment Utilized:

computer, scanner, printer, copier, phone and medical equipment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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). Typing, ability to work at varying computer workstations provided by the Department of Corrections in shared office environments. Ability to speak clearly and write proficiently is essential, extensive reading required, extended sitting and/or standing is required. Intermittent physical exertion when performing job activities, ability to move from unit to unit within correctional facilities requiring walks, bends, stretches, pushes, and pulls. Hearing is essential, ability to speak clearly is required, required to travel within the state, ability to implement Universal Precautions and Safety Precautions and on call responsibilities
WORK ENVIRONMENT: 
Able to function in a stressful environment and relates well to patients, security staff and healthcare team members. A generally crisis oriented, secure environment working with adults, some who exhibit aggressive, threatening and assaultive behaviors. Handle emergency and crisis situations. Nurse must exhibit flexibility to work in a variety of settings. May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases. Possibility of cuts, burns, bruises, strains. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Entering and movement within the facility will be controlled by Correctional Officers. 

Posting Number: 23ST1121

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About Rutgers University
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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