Rutgers University

Recruitment/Posting Title Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Nursing

Department NJMS-Pediatrics-Adolescent Medicine

Overview

DAYAM believes sexual and reproductive health is essential to every person’s overall health, well-being and happiness. We recognize that geographical and systemic barriers entrenched in discrimination and stigma prevent adolescents from having equitable opportunity to choose their own path and access to sexual and reproductive health care. In order to address health equity the greater Newark area in an authentic way, we provide family planning services to our patients regardless of their ability to pay.

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 NJMS-Pediatrics-Adolescent Medicine. The Licensed Practical Nurse engages adolescents and young adults (AYAs) in the clinic under the guidance of a physician and Advance Practice Nurse (APN). The LPN provides clinical expertise in family planning and prevention strategies, and provides assessment, planning, and treatment of HIV/STI positive youth in the Division of Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine (DAYAM). Functions in a variety of roles including clinical, administrative, and centralized services depending on the needs of the clinic.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Provides patient care according to Rutgers protocols and policies and the professional standards of the American Nurses Association.
• Complies with all regulatory requirements, including OSHA, CLIA, Title X, CDC, DEA, and the New Jersey Department of Public Health.
• Complies with all LPN related documented workflows including the follow-up and referral procedures.
• Works collaboratively with all clinic staff and managers to contribute to a positive work environment.
• Assists the physician with the correct ordering of all labs and diagnostics in Epic EHR per follow-up procedures and ensures specimens are collected prior to patient departure from the clinic.
• Assists the physician with management of any pregnancy related follow-up of abnormal results and referrals

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade 215

Salary Details 65,000

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: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours (per week)

Standard Hours 40.00

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

Union Description Teamsters 97

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Minimum Education and Experience

• Possession of a valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Phlebotomy and physical assessment skills are essential.
• Thorough working knowledge of regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practices guidelines.
• Must exhibit cultural sensitivity to work with diverse populations.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office components, particularly Excel.
• Proficiency in Spanish is required.
• Team builder

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent research skills
• Proficiency in EPIC
• Prior experience working with the adolescent and young adult populations with sexual and reproductive is highly preferred.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands:

Standing less than 1/3 of the time, sitting up to 2/3 of the time, walking about 1/3 of the time. Requires use of hands to finger, handle or feel to 2/3 of the time, reach with hands and arms under 1/3 of the time, stoop, knee, crouch or crawl under 1/3 of the time; talk or hear over 2/3 of the time. Must be able to lift or exert force up to ten (10) pounds.

Work Environment:

Clinic and Office environment. Moderate noise.

Special Conditions

Posting Number 24ST0848

Posting Open Date 04/12/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City Newark

State NJ

Location Details

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