Ambulatory Care Nurse *Full time*

Staff Nurse FT Eves UCHC SWSP Multiple VacanciesUniversity 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. We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments. 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.Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Full Time Staff Nurse for the Southwoods State Prison located in Bridgeton, NJ. The Staff Nurse utilizes the nursing process to meet a variety of health care needs with ambulatory care as a primary focus for inmates in the New Jersey Department of Corrections. Provides direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of the resident-patient including adolescents (13-17 years), adults (18 to 64 years) and their family within the framework established by the correctional system.Performs assessments of resident-patient in a variety of settings such as initial intake area, health care unit for sick call, emergency situations in housing, chronic care clinics and infirmary.Works with a variety of health care professionals and security officers in a correctional environment.Identifies inmate-centered goals and nursing objectives and implements prescribed interventions and solutions for the identified problems.Plans nursing care by identification of resident-patient needs based on assessments. Makes appropriate, timely referrals and initiates appropriate nursing care based on institutional policies and procedures.As team leader or charge nurse, delegates duties to other health care team members based on their skill, knowledge and experience and guides the provision of care by others.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 programsPosition Status - Full TimeWorking Hours - 40Standard Hours - 40.00Daily Work Shift - EveningWork Arrangement - This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.Union Description - UCHC HPAE 5089Payroll Designation - PeopleSoftSeniority UnitTerms of Appointment - Staff - 12 monthPosition Pension Eligibility - ABPQualificationsMinimum Education and Experience - Graduate from an accredited School of NursingCertifications/Licenses - License to practice in the State of New Jersey. CPR Certification required Valid Driver's License is requiredRequired Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesPreferred Qualifications - Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) or its equivalent Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a correctional settingEquipment UtilizedPhysical Demands and Work Environment - As a first responder must have the physical capacity to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes. Physically able to lift and carry upstairs an emergency treatment bag that can weigh up to 45 pounds and assist in lifting and rotating patients who are unable to ambulate (up to 50 pounds).