Nurse Practitioner - Night Neurosciences - CBMC

Position: Nurse Practitioner - FT Night Neurosciences - CBMC
Job Title:

Nurse Practitioner

Location:

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name:
Neurosciences APP's - CBMC

Req #:

Status:
Salaried

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $ - $ per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Advanced Practice Provider functions as an independent care provider in collaboration with the Neurosurgery Department

Their advanced practice provider is characterized by comprehensive health assessments and management of patients with acute and/or chronic health problems

Educate patients and/or families regarding disease process, medical intervention, health promotion, pain management and perform clinical procedures

Education:

* Licensed Registered Nurse in the state of New Jersey or Physician Assistant Advisory Registration & Licensure by the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners

* Certified Nurse Practitioner in the state of New Jersey

* Masters prepared in Nursing from an accredited program

* Physician Assistant Certificatio

* Certification(s):
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ACLS) Certifications

Job Responsibilities:

* Care for all inpatient neurosurgical patients; including but not limited to inserting and managing external ventricular drains, lumbar drains, subdural evacuating port system (SEPS)

* Performing bedside lumbar puncture

* Removal of drains at the bedside

* Placing sutures when needed

* Prepare patients for surgery including scheduling, images needed, consent, clearances, preop orders, etc

* Assist with surgery and procedure on the floors as needed

* Care for patients after surgery including pain control, drain removal, suture and staple removal, etc

* Round with attendings and carry out changes to plan of care

* Carry and answer the call-phone

* Collaborate with other disciplines and departments

* Attend interdisciplinary rounds

* Evaluate new consultations and complete needed workup

* Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests

* Daily patient rounds and write daily progress notes

* Discharge planning, orders, and prescriptions

* Educate and support the nurses as needed

* Other duties as assigned

Additional Information:

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas

Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

* 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!

Choosing RWJBarnabas

Health!

RWJBarnabas

Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer