Nurse Practitioner - FT Day Heart & Vascular Inst of CJ

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner

Location: Physician Enterprise Group

Department Name: Heart & Vascular Inst of CJ

Req #: 0000260151

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $125,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year

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 Overview:

The nurse practitioner functions as an independent care provider in collaboration with the medical/surgical staff

Their advance practice is characterized by comprehensive health assessments and management of patients with acute and/or chronic health problems

Responsibilities:

• Obtain patient histories and perform physical examination

• Write admitting orders, routine orders and daily progress notes as indicated

• Assess and manage common health problems

• Order and evaluate pertinent diagnostic tests including but not limited to: Radiology, laboratories and ECG s

• Prescribe pharmacological agents and non pharmacological treatments for appropriate medical conditions

• Educate patients and/or families regarding disease process, medical intervention and health promotion,

• Document patient teaching

• Refers and communicates pertinent abnormalities to medical director/medical specialist

• Performs clinical procedures (in addition to RN functions)

• Removal of invasive drains, lines and catheters, debridement of superficial wound, and perform arterial blood gases

• Serves as a resource for nursing and ancillary staff in regards to patient and disease management

• Facilitate practices that are in compliance with PRO-NJ and JCAHO requirements,

Job Qualifications/Education/Training/Certification/Licensure:

• Licensed Registered Nurse in the state or New Jersey

• Certified Nurse Practitioner in the state of New Jersey

• Masters prepared in Nursing from an accredited program, ACLS certified

• Job-Specific Requirements of Position Performs daily rounds

• Discusses plan of care with MD s and multidisciplinary team

• Evaluates pertinent diagnostic tests (including radiology, laboratory, ECG, echo, cardiac cath report) in accordance with NP protocol

• Communicates with MD regarding pertinent abnormalities

• Facilitates compliance of PRO-NJ requirements

• Handles medical problems and emergencies under supervision of attendings

• Documents in progress notes, writes orders and performs H&P if requested

Additional Information:

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabasHealth, 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 RWJBarnabasHealth!

RWJBarnabasHealth 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