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Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title LPN - Full time 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 (LPN) for the Inpatient Units within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The primary purpose of the Registered Nurse, provides 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: * Participates in data collection related to patient status and needs. * 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. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 2150 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 29.370 Annual Mid Range Salary 29.870 Annual Maximum Salary 30.770 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description Teamsters, Local 97 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience * Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Demonstrated strong clinical nursing specialty. * Excellent communication skills. * Must be PC literate with proficiency in word processing. * 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 24ST0492 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 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. 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. Affirmative Action/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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Are you currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey? * Yes * No * * Do you possess strong clinical nursing specialties, excellent communication skills, and are you PC literate with proficiency in word processing and leadership abilities? (Open Ended Question) * * Do you have at least 6 months of recent experience as an LPN in an acute care setting? * Yes * No * * Do you have a phlebotomist and/or medical assistant certification? (Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents * Resume/CV * Certifications/Licenses Optional Documents * Cover Letter/Letter of Application