Nurse Practitioner Neuro JCMC

Job Title:

Nurse Practitioner

Location:

Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name:
Neurosciences APP's - JCMC

Req #:

Status:
Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $ - $ per year

Title:

Neurology APN/NP (inpatient/Outpatient)

Location:

Jersey City Medical Center

Reports to:

Department of Medicine Lead APP

The Stroke Advanced Practice Provider (APP) for the NJ designated Primary Plus Stroke Center will be a certified Advanced Practice Nurse (APN)/Nurse Practitioner.

The APN will provide the following but not limited to: acute stroke patient care management including diagnosis, assessments and documentation, consultations for general and stroke neurology patients, daily patient rounds, assists with inpatient staff development/education, research trial patient enrollment and management, billing for all payers, collects and maintains quality metrics via national database, and community outreach.

• APNs will perform according to the Nurse Practice Act of New Jersey and State Board of Nursing; maintain a Joint Protocol with a collaborating Physician for prescriptive authority.
• APN will perform under the supervision of the attending Neurologist and in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures of the hospital.
• Serves as nursing leader, consultant, researcher, educator and direct care provider.
• As Consultant, the APN facilitates problem solving with individuals, families, group agencies, communities and/or interdisciplinary colleagues (within and outside of the clinical setting).
• As an Educator, the APN promotes learning efforts of clients, staff, and students within the clinical setting, area schools and institutions of higher learning.
• The APN as Researcher promotes scientific inquiry in clinical practice and uses research process and findings to improve nursing practice.
• The APN as Practitioner, models excellence in practice through direct care to selected patients or groups.
• Examines and evaluates patient s health status by performing an advanced physical exam and obtaining a comprehensive health history.
• Maintains clear and accurate documentation according to hospital policy.
• Initiates and performs selected therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
• Prescribes and alters medication regimens, interprets findings and alters plan of care according to collaborative practice agreement and protocols in designated area.
• Anticipates needs of the patient and evaluates the plan of care for the patient, and makes modifications as indicated.
• Reviews discharge needs of the patient and family by participating in discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Participates in team meetings and conferences when available, to enhance an interdisciplinary approach to health care delivery.
• Performs a patient record review with the collaborating physicians.
• Participates and supports in identifying and educating learning needs of staff.
• Supports transitions of care clinic for outpatient follow up of Neuro patients discharged from hospital and out in the community.

• Masters prepared in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Advanced Practice Nurse License via the New Jersey State Board of Nursing.
• Maintain National Certification AANP or ANCC.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in the state of New Jersey.
• Successful completion of all required orientation and training programs (see Job Function Category).
• 8-hour Education Requirement in the area of cerebrovascular disease annually.
• Intravenous therapy.
• Ideal candidates will have minimum of one year of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in an acute care setting; experience with acute stroke and/or neurological patients preferred.
• BLS/ ACLS certification.
• CDS and DEA license.
• Proficient computer skills.

• 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!

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