Observation Unit Advanced Practice Provider Per Diem Job Edison area,New Jersey USA,Nursing

Position: Observation Unit Advanced Practice Provider Per Diem Days

Overview

The Observation Unit Advanced Practice Provider utilizes a patient-centered coordinated care model, demonstrating competencies in leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision-making. The APN or PA works collaboratively with the practice/hospital team to assess, plan, and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs. The position will cover multiple cardiac service lines where needed (Observation, HF/MI, and Cath lab).

Minimum of 3 years of experience in an acute care setting (hospital-based experience) required
Cardiology experience strongly preferred
Current APP licensure and certification (ACNP or PA) in good standing
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
Excellent communication skills, proven team player, ability to multitask and prioritize, and proactive and creative problem-solver with a focus on process improvement, care coordination, and patient-centered solutions

Per Diem, days

Responsibilities – APN

Performs and documents accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem.

Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate.

Manages 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.

Prescribes medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed.

Seeks opportunities to promote Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) APN practice recognition (locally, nationally, and internationally) through conferences, publications, and presentations.

Provides care that is patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective for the promotion of health and treatment of disease.

Practices as a healthcare provider according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.

Adheres to HMH nursing protocols, standards of care, and disease-specific quality indicators.

Applies evidence-based and value-based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes.

Evaluates patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety and self-management promotion for chronic conditions.

Demonstrates clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty.

Completes medication reconciliations as appropriate.

Participates in annual APN peer review.

Translates ‘best practice’ into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care.

Provides culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families.

Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds.

Serves as an advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating issues as appropriate.

Serves as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities.

Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and work groups as necessary.

Demonstrates the highest level of accountability for professional practice and adheres to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.

Collaborates with medical staff to support nursing-led protocols.

Mentors other APNs, precepts students in APN programs and participates in educational programs for nursing as a clinical expert.

Identifies patient/family educational needs and collaborates to implement appropriate teaching materials.

Facilitates and participates in nursing educational programs as a clinical expert.

Promotes a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, behavior…