Advanced Practice Nurse-Full Time Nights-Critical Care APPs RWJSH-Somerville-NJ

Job Title: Advanced Practice Nurse

Location: Rutgers University Medical Grp

Department: Critical Care APPs RWJSH

Req#: 0000201355

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $170,000.00 Annual

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Summary:

The APP is an independent health care provider who coordinates inpatient care through collaboration with the Physician, for Critical Care patients. 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 ICU.

Job Requirements (APN/NP):

• Acute care certification preferred
• 1-2 years acute care hospital experience preferred
• Current APN or PA License
• NP Certification
• RN License (if APN)
• Current NJ state license, CDS and DEA
• Current BLS/ACLS required

Scheduling requirements:

• Full Time
• Nights

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates an ability to organize and achieve quality performance in new routine
• Demonstrates effectiveness in coordinating aspects of patient care within a critical care environment
• Performs admission assessments and appropriate treatment for patients
• Rounds daily with attending physician on unit
• Performs appropriate interpretation of laboratory/diagnostic testing
• Performs bedside procedures such as central lines, arterial lines, etc.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills, communicates effectively and demonstrates time management
• Performs duties with minimal supervision and coordinates care with the physician, case managers, and other consulting providers.
• Demonstrates effective communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Implements the policies and procedures of the practice
• Performs assessment and reassessment of the patient according to applicable department standards and identified tools
• 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 leadership and staff concerning patient care issues
• Thoroughly explains procedures to patients prior to testin g
• Provides appropriate patient teaching as necessary

Additional Information:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer