Nurse Practitioner-PT Days-Rapid Response-Livingston-NJ Req #: 0000163745
Category: Nurse Practitioner
Status: Part-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Barnabas Health Medical Group
Department: Critical Care APPs SBM
Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr, 94 OLD SHORT HILLS RD, LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039

Job Summary:

The Advance Practice Provider is a vital member of our Rapid Response team who works collaboratively with the medical and bedside nursing staff in order to appropriately respond to an acute change in patient status, including an adult medical alert. The advance practice provider performs a comprehensive health assessments and management of patients with acute health problems. Obtain patient histories and perform physical examination. Writing orders and progress notes as indicated. Assess and manage common health problems. Order and evaluate pertinent diagnostic tests including but not limited to: Radiology, laboratories and ECG s. Prescribe pharmacological agents and non-pharmacological treatments for appropriate medical conditions. Educate patients and/or families regarding disease process, medical intervention and health promotion. Document patient teaching and patient discharge summaries as needed. Refers and communicates pertinent abnormalities to primary medical team. Serves as a resource for nursing and ancillary staff in regards to patient and disease management. Address any clinical patient care issues, concerns and follow up as needed. Actively participates in sepsis reduction program. Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirement:

Critical care experience preferredLicensed Registered Nurse in the state or New Jersey.Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of New Jersey.Masters prepared in Nursing from an accredited programACLS certified.

Scheduling Requirement:

Part Time25 hoursDays

Essential Functions:

The APP is responsible for assisting the Physician in the office taking H and P administering medications performing physical exams and participating in flow of patients thru the practiceThe APP will assist the physicians with various procedures/surgeries and assist with coordinating the case of the patientDemonstrates an ability to organize and achieve quality performance in new routineDemonstrates effectiveness in coordinating aspects of patient care within a surgical health environmentDemonstrates strong organizational skills communicates effectively and demonstrates time managementEffectively prioritizes work assignments and demonstrates effective communication skillsImplements the policies and procedures of the practice Performs assessment and reassessment of the patient according to applicable department standards and identified toolsPerforms other duties as assigned by the PhysicianThe ability to compassionately interact with patients across different areas of careRecognizes areas for improvement in divisional policies or patient care initiates change educate all involved in changeRegularly communicates with nursing leadership and staff concerning patient care issuesThoroughly explains procedures to patients prior to testingProvides appropriate patient teaching as necessary

Additional Information:

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Additional Information:

RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, with a service area covering five million people. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH- New Brunswick, RWJUH- Somerset in Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, trauma centers, a satellite emergency department, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and an accountable care organization.

Barnabas Health Medical Group is a multispecialty group practice comprised of highly trained and experienced world class primary and specialty care physicians. Barnabas Health Medical Group physicians provide compassionate and innovative cutting-edge care for people at every stage of life at easily accessible facilities conveniently located throughout New Jersey. Backed by the vast continuum of resources of RWJBarnabas Health, the largest not-for-profit integrated health care delivery system in New Jersey and one of the largest in the nation, our dedicated physicians and expertly trained supporting staff continuously strive for clinical excellence.

We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:

Medical/Dental/Vision plans401 (k)PTOShort & Long Term DisabilityBasic Life & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer