Advanced Practice Providers - Cardiac CBMC

Job Overview

Job Title:

Advanced Practice Providers (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)

Location:

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

Department:
Cardiac APPs - CBMC (CCU) – Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

Req #

Status:
Full Time (Salaried) – Day Shift. 40 hours per week with weekend, evening, night, and holiday coverage.

Pay Range: $125,000 – $195,000 per year (depending on qualifications).

Reports To:

Director of Cardiac APPs, Northern Department of Cardiac Surgery;
Chief of Cardiology;
Vice President Heart and Vascular Services.

Cooperman Barnabas is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider to join the Coronary Care Unit (CCU) team. The APP will manage critically ill cardiac patients in a 10‑bed specialized unit, working under the supervision of the CCU intensivist.

• Perform history and physicals, comprehensive assessments and manage the care of critically ill cardiac patients in the CCU.
• Develop and implement evidence‑based treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Manage acute and chronic cardiac conditions including ACS, heart failure, arrhythmias, cardiogenic shock, post‑operative recovery, and mechanical circulatory support devices.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, medications, and perform advanced procedures within scope of practice and institutional protocols.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Participate in daily CCU rounds and assist with rapid response and code situations.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, families, and team members, providing education and support.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of clinical encounters, progress notes, orders, and care plans in the EMR, including procedural and time‑based evaluation/management codes.
• Contribute to unit‑based quality improvement initiatives and clinical research.
• Comply with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

• Master’s or doctoral degree in Nursing (NP) or Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.
• Active license and board certification in New Jersey (NP: ACNP or FNP; PA‑C).
• Active DEA and CDS registration.
• ACLS and BLS certification.
• Experience in critical care or cardiac ICU (new graduates welcome).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, high‑acuity environment.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, 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 partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.