Sr. License Practical Nurse

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Sr. License Practical Nurse

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Healthcare

Department

UBHC - Acute Psychological Ser

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 Sr. License Practical Nurse in the Child, Adolescent and Adult Inpatient – Acute Treatment of Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The Sr. License Practical Nurse provides technical nursing care to child through adult populations. Performs treatments and procedures within established guidelines. Provides a safe and comfortable environment for patients.

• Provides direct care to patients within scope of practice.
• Takes vital signs including temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure on all patients and documents immediately in the EMR.
• Administers medications and parenteral therapy in accordance with established UBHC guidelines.
• Performs venipuncture as required.
• Collects and processes laboratory specimens.
• Follows National Patient Safety Goals in proper identification of patient before collecting specimens.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Grade

225

Salary Details

74027

Minimum Salary

35.090

Mid Range Salary

35.590

Maximum Salary

36.660

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

Standard Hours

40.00

Daily Work Shift

Night

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site 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

• Possession of a valid and current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey and three (3) years of relevant experience as an LPN is required.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated competency in venipuncture techniques required.
• Demonstrated strong clinical nursing specialty, excellent communication skills, must be PC literate with proficiency in word processing and leadership abilities required.

Preferred Qualifications

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

25ST2627

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you possess a valid and current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey and three (3) years of relevant experience as an LPN?

• Yes

• No

• Are you able to complete pre-employment screenings such as background check as required? (Subject to random screens throughout employment).

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Certifications/Licenses

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application