Nursing Assistant (Certified) FT Days UCHC SWSP (Multiple Vacancies)

Position Details

Position Information


Recruitment/Posting Title
Nursing Assistant (Certified) FT Days UCHC SWSP (Multiple Vacancies)


Job Category
Staff & Executive - Allied Health - Medical Assisting


Department
UCHC-South Woods Psn-Ancillary


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.

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 Jersey's 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 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.

Posting Summary


Rutgers, University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Full Time Nursing Assistant for Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgeton, New Jersey. The Nursing Assistant provides direct care to inmates under the direction of a Physician, Physician's Assistant or a Registered Nurse and or Licensed Practical Nurse.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Implements physician/associate practitioner orders within the scope of practice under the auspices of a Registered Nurse.
• Assists with feeding, bathing, and other inmate activities of daily living (ADL's) as needed within the Health Service Unit.
• Assists the physician/associate practitioner with procedures as needed, including preparing the inmate for the examination.
• Assists with the cleaning, sterilization and securing of equipment within the Health Service Unit.
• Maintains or assists in maintaining the supply stock in the Health Service Unit by ordering in a timely and appropriate manner

FLSA
Nonexempt


Grade
137


Salary Details

Minimum Salary
20.410


Mid Range Salary
20.910


Maximum Salary
21.540


Offer Information


The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits


Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status
Full Time


Working Hours
40


Standard Hours
40.00


Daily Work Shift
Day


Work Arrangement


This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Union Description
Teamsters 97


Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft


Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month


Position Pension Eligibility
PERS

Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience

• Graduate of an approved Certified Nurse Aide program with current certification in New Jersey as a Nursing Assistant.

Certifications/Licenses

• CPR Certification.
• Valid Driver's License. Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

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.

Posting Details


Posting Number
26ST0555


Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)


Home Location Campus
Off Campus


City
Bridgeton


State
NJ


Location Details


Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgeton, NJ

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement


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