Cardiac Services Advanced Practice Provider Part-Time

Overview

Cardiac Services Advanced Practice Provider Part-Time

JFK University Medical Center Edison, New Jersey

Position:
Part-time with benefits

• Requisition #
• Setting:
  Inpatient
• Schedule:
  
  Two shifts per week, 12:00 PM to 12:30 AM

• Provide medical services under the supervision of a licensed physician, consistent with the PA's education, training and experience.
• Perform and document accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem.
• Order, perform, and interpret laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate.
• Manage general medical and surgical conditions based on comprehensive knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and the indications and contraindications of pharmacologic agents and other treatment modalities.
• Prescribe medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed.
• Promote APN practice recognition locally, nationally, and internationally through conferences, publications, and presentations.
• Provide patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective care for health promotion and disease treatment.
• Practice according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges; apply evidence-based and value-based medicine to improve patient care practices and outcomes.
• Evaluate patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety and self-management for chronic conditions.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty.
• Translate best practice into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care.
• Provide culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families.
• Facilitate coordinated care and clear communication among the healthcare team through daily interdisciplinary rounds.
• Advocate for patients and families, identify obstacles to care progression, and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Serve as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities.
• Participate in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and work groups as necessary.
• Maintain accountability for professional practice and adhere to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.
• Promote a collaborative work environment aligned with organizational mission, values, and pillars.
• Mentor other PAs, precept students in PA programs, and participate in educational programs as a clinical expert.
• Identify patient/family educational needs and collaborate to implement appropriate teaching materials.
• Promote innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice.
• Participate in clinical research activities and disseminate findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications.
• Identify ethical care issues and coordinate interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them.
• Comply with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies and procedures as applicable to role; adhere to infection control and safety policies.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.

• Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program.
• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Maintains clinical competencies through continuing education and clinical practice.
• Experience in a relevant patient care setting (or as regulations dictate).
• National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Prescriptive authority through CDS and DEA registration according to New Jersey state law.
• Collaborative agreement with physicians on staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite).

• Licenses and Certifications
  
  Required:
  
  NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License;
  New Jersey Advanced Practice Nurse License; BLS;
  Board certification by AANP or ANCC.

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Minimum rate of $89,281.92 annually. The posted rate of pay is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay and may be adjusted based on experience, education, and credentials. Comprehensive benefits are included.

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran.