Advance Practice Provider - (FT) Nights-Critical Care APPs Somerville-NJ

RWJBarnabas Health • Full-time • Somerville, NJ, US • $90k - $130k / year • 2m ago

Job Summary:

The APP is an independent health care provider who coordinates emergent inpatient care through collaboration with the attending Physician. The PA or APN provides care in accordance with the objectives policies and procedures of the practice and the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner Advisory Committee. This role is for house coverage and not ICU.

Job Requirements:

Acute care certification preferred
FCCS certification preferred
1-2 years acute care hospital experience preferred
Current APN or PA certification
Current NJ state license, CDS and DEA
Current BLS/ACLS required

Scheduling Requirements:

Full Time
Day Shift/Night Shifts
40 hours

Essential Functions:

Demonstrates an ability to organize and achieve quality performance in new routine
Demonstrates effectiveness in coordinating aspects of patient care
Performs appropriate assessments and treatment for patients
Performs appropriate interpretation of laboratory/diagnostic testing
Performs basic bedside procedures such as central line removal, feeding tube insertion, rhino rocket insertion, etc.
Demonstrates strong organizational skills, communicates effectively and demonstrates time management
Performs duties independently and coordinates care with the bedside nurse, attending physician, and other consulting providers.
The ability to compassionately interact with patients across different areas of care
Recognizes areas for improvement in policies or patient care, initiates change and educates all involved in change
Regularly communicates with nursing staff concerning patient care issues
Thoroughly explains procedures to patients prior to testing
Provides appropriate patient teaching as necessary
Ability to perform proper medical clearances for inpatient psychiatric patients

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.