Stoke Unit Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant NIGHTS Per Diem

Overview

The Stroke Unit Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) or Physician Assistant 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 works collaboratively with the practice/hospital team to assess, plan, and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs. ER/Stroke/Critical care/hospital experience required.

Responsibilities

* 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.

* Participate 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 expectations, values, and pillars.

* Promotes innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice.

* Participates in clinical research activities and disseminates findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications.

* Identifies ethical care issues and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them.

* Adheres to the legal framework and scope of practice defined by the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs, ensuring compliance with all applicable statutes and professional standards.

* Comply with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies and procedures as applicable to role.

* Other duties and/or projects as assigned.

* Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) Qualifications

Required

Education & Experience:

* Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program.

* Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.

* Proven clinical competency maintained through ongoing clinical practice and continuing education.

* Experience in a relevant patient care setting (or as regulations dictate).

Required Skills & Abilities:

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Proficiency with computer platforms, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.

* Ability to…