Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an LPN for UBHC – Outpatient. The primary purpose of the LPN position is providing services connecting individuals, in the ISC program with a diagnosis of mental health and substance use disorder, to resources that address issues related to social determinants of health through case management, medical referrals, community outreach and education. Maintain community and follow with all providers. Among the key duties of this position is the following: Provides referral services and medical intervention to individuals Promotes health and safety through the provision of education about medication, Medication Assisted Therapy ( MAT ), HIV / STD , physical health promotion, and other medical topics to promote wellness and recovery. Maintains appropriate individual records as mandated by University Behavioral Health Care policy Supports goals and objectives of University Behavioral Health Care Completes all mandatory educational requirements on an annual basis
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Two (2) years of related experience Community based outreach experience Bilingual skills (English/Spanish)
