Licensed Practical Nurse

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Licensed Practical Nurse
Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Nursing
Department UBHC-Acute Treatment-PISC
Overview
Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Inpatient Services Department within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.The primary purpose of the Licensed Practical Nurse is to provide technical nursing care to pediatric through adult populations. Performs treatments and procedures within established guidelines and provides a safe and therapeutic environment.Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Provides input to Registered Nurses for incorporation into the plan of care by communicating information pertinent to the patient's status.
Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice to ensure implementation of the plan of care.
Informs and instructs patient/significant others on patient's health/illness state and plan of care.
Assists patients/significant others in preparation for discharge and health maintenance in the home.
Documents all aspects of patient care.
Contacts insurance companies for certification and recertification of patients.
Is knowledgeable of and initiates emergency procedures.
Maintains supplies and equipment.

Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift Rotating
Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 215
Position Salary 64001.60
Annual Minimum Salary 61089.60
Annual Mid Range Salary 62129.60
Annual Maximum Salary 64001.60
Standard Hours 40.00
Union Description Teamsters 97
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to /uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility PERS
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
Certifications/Licenses

Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated strong clinical nursing specialty.
Excellent communication skills.
Must be PC literate with proficiency in word processing and leadership abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

At least six (6) months (twelve (12) months preferred) of recent experience as an LPN in an acute care setting.
Phlebotomist and/or medical assistant certification.
Recent clinical experience in the relevant clinical specialty.

Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Position requires standing 2/3 of the time, walking to 2/3 of the time, requires sitting 1/3 of the time, use of hands to finger, handle or feel 2/3 of the time, reach with hands and arms, 1/3 of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 1/3 of the time, talk or hear over 2/3 of the time. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic). Functions will be carried out in certain areas, where hospital blood borne and airborne pathogens exposure control plans must be followed. Subject to unpredictable situations, patient crises, both medical and psychiatric. Occasionally exposed to patients exhibiting assaultive behaviors. May be exposed to varying or extreme temperatures.
Special Conditions
Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST2340
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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