Nurse Practitioner​/Physician Assistant, PD, Medical Surgical -Down Unit - Atlantic.

Atlantic Health is Seeking an Advanced Practice Professional for the Medical Surgical Step-Down Unit at Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center

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. 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 among multiple APPs.

• Job schedule is Per Diem days and nights, twelve‑hour shifts
• Provide / 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 patients' chart all relevant data including but not limited to results of diagnostic tests; laboratory results; patients' condition and response to therapies/interventions; communications with provider team
• Role models 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 is required
• ACLS and BLS required
• Minimum of 2–3 years of Critical Care or Step‑Down Unit experience is preferred
• Must have excellent communication and computer skills
• Strong work ethic and a team player who can work independently

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well‑being of all team members. Below is a general summary of benefits for Team Member level:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full‑time and part‑time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan:
  Employer match, additional non‑elective contribution
• 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

Note:

In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

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.