Licensed Practical Nurse

Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Licensed Practical Nurse
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Nursing
Department
RWJ-Medicine-Endocrinology-Meb
Overview
New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Ambulatory Care within Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
The Licensed Practical Nurse, in collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and other members of the healthcare team, oversees, coordinates, and provides focused, episodic care to Rutgers Health patients. This care encompasses health promotion, health maintenance, or management of health-related problems that is delivered in face-to-face or telephone encounters.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Explains procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation, understanding and allay apprehension.
• Be able to assist with patients who are medically complex and/or have sensitive medical or social issues.
• Reviews plan of care, meds/tests with physicians as needed.
• Contacts pharmacy for prescription renewals for patients.
• Sets up/downloads 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitors.
• Documents all patient correspondence and correspondence with other pertinent health care providers.
• Administers prescribed medications, teaches patients how to administer injectable medication within the New Jersey Board of Nursing scope of practice.

FLSA NonexemptGrade
215
Salary Details
Minimum Salary
32.520
Mid Range Salary
33.020
Maximum Salary
34.010
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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• 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
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: .Position Status Full Time
Working Hours
40
Standard Hours
40.00
Daily Work Shift
Day
Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site 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 registration as Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Registration as a Licensed Practice Nurse in the State of New Jersey.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• The ability to function in a team environment is required.
• Basic word processing and computer skills are required.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least six (6) months of experience in an acute hospital setting preferred.

Equipment UtilizedPhysical Demands and Work Environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
Position requires standing to 2/3 of the time, walking to 2/3 of the time, requires sitting to 2/3 of the time, use of the hands to finger, handle or feel to 2/3 of the time, reach with hands and arms over 1/3 of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl under 1/3 of the time, talk or hear over 2/3 of the time. Position requires lifting 1/3 of the time up to 10 pounds, and under 1/3 of the time up to 25 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Moderate noise environment with some exposure (less than 1/3 of the time) to blood borne pathogens requiring the use of personal protective equipment; some potential exposure (less than 1/3 of the time) to hazardous waste.
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number
25ST1956
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus
Downtown New Brunswick
City
New Brunswick
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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