Acute Care NP Down Leader; Per Diem

JOB DESCRIPTION

Atlantic Health, one of New Jersey's largest non‑profit healthcare networks, is seeking an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) to join our team of clinical professionals at Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center. This is an outstanding position for career growth as the ideal candidate will be given plenty of hands‑on opportunities to further develop current skills in a highly collegial and multidisciplinary team environment.

The Step‑Down Unit (SDU) APP provides direct patient care services for complex, acute, medical and surgical patients. The APP performs physical exams, collects and documents data, conducts diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, orders and schedules laboratory studies and professional consultations, prescribes appropriate interventions and medications, coordinates the care and discharge of patients, and provides direct patient care services. A 24‑hour coverage model will be divided amongst multiple APPs.

• Job schedule is Per Diem days and nights, twelve‑hour shifts
• Provide and coordinate clinical care for medical and surgical step‑down patients
• In collaboration with attending physician and interprofessional team, round daily on patients to assess, diagnose, plan treatment, set priorities and outcomes, and evaluate the effectiveness and cost efficiency of patient care
• Assess patients for change in status and institute appropriate interventions. Initiate emergency interventions to stabilize the patient when appropriate
• Analyze clinical practice patterns to provide the best medical care and to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
• Communicate verbally and in writing all pertinent patient information to provider team, nursing staff, and other relevant healthcare providers.
• Document in the patient’s chart all relevant data including but not limited to results of diagnostic tests; laboratory results; patient’s condition and response to therapies/interventions; communications with provider team.
• Role model competence in all nurse practitioner / physician assistant advanced skills.
• Provide family‑centered care by communicating with the family regarding the changing health care needs of the patient.
• Support IRB‑approved clinical research/trials through a variety of activities.
• Perform and participate in quality performance improvement activities and clinical research.
• Serve as a clinical expert and leadership consultant to nursing, healthcare team members, and the larger community.

• Master’s degree as Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant from an accredited program.
• NP or PA certification and NJ license is required.
• DEA and CDS certification required.
• ACLS and BLS certification required.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of Critical Care or Step‑Down Unit experience preferred.
• Must have excellent communication and computer skills.
• Strong work ethic and a team player who can work independently.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage.
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match.
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave.
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising.
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave.
• Backup and On‑Site Childcare.
• Well‑Being Rewards.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program.
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts.
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance.

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.

Atlantic Health System is at the forefront of medicine, setting standards for quality health care powered by a workforce of more than 18,000 team members and 4,800 affiliated physicians dedicated to building healthier communities, the system offers more than 400 sites of care, including eight award‑winning medical centers. Specializing in cardiovascular care, cancer care, orthopedics, neuroscience, pediatrics, women's health and rehabilitation medicine.

Atlantic Medical Group, comprised of 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers, represents one of the largest multi‑specialty practices in New Jersey.