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Licensed Practical Nurse

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, Newark

Sep 10, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Licensed Practical Nurse
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Nursing
Department	UBHC-Adult Outpatient Services-NWK
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 for the University Behavioral Health Care. The primary purpose is to provide direct care, wellness counseling, perform treatments and proceed within established guidelines. Facilitate appointments and liaison with Primary Care Providers Among the key duties of this position is the following: Observes and reports relevant behaviors, including response to interpersonal, intrapersonal and extra personal events and ability to meet basic needs. Participates as needed in consumer treatment planning. Uses the UBHC Medical Database resource to help consumers schedule appointments for Primary Care, Eye and Dental as well as any follow- up appointments. Administers medication as prescribed by the physician or APN. Prepares and administers routine medications according to procedure as ordered. Checks all medical supplies including that unit First Aid Kit and assures available for use. Maintains a quiet, clean, organized work area with easily accessible materials and logical work flow. Participates in educational programs, including workshops and incorporates content into performance and enters trainings in the UBHC training record. Facilitates consumer's access for alternative benefits as appropriate.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	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: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours (per week)
Standard Hours	35.00
Daily Work Shift	Day
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 a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
Certifications/Licenses	Valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Demonstrated strong clinical nursing specialty, excellent communication skills, must be computer literate with proficiency in word processing and leadership abilities.
Preferred Qualifications	A minimum of one (1) year experience providing medical services to mental health consumers. Community based experience.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Lift, position, transfer or transport consumers. Lift supplies and equipment (heavy physical effort). Manual dexterity and mobility. Work with potentially aggressive individuals. Physically intervene in aggressive behaviors. Care for consumers with infectious diseases. Contact with consumers under a wide variety of circumstances. Handle emergency or crisis situations. May perform emergency care. Judgment/action which could result in death of a consumer. Participate in manpower pool. Remaining with assignment until relieved. Use computer to enter and retrieve information. Requires reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling. Occasional exposure to unpleasant consumer elements. On occasion, escorts consumer off the ground. Reporting to work in spite of inclement weather and other external events. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours. Must agree to record searches in accord with New Jersey statute.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST1966
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Newark (RBHS)
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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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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