Advance Practice Provider FT Day Surgical APP's - TRMC

RWJBarnabas Health; New Jersey; On-site; USD 125,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Advance Practice Provider for the Surgical APP's department in New Jersey. This role requires a dedicated professional to deliver high-quality perioperative and postoperative care for surgical patients, requiring expertise in managing surgical assistance and collaboration with attending physicians.

The ideal candidate will hold the necessary certifications for either an APN or a Physician Assistant and possess relevant experience in acute care settings. A salary range of $125,000 to $195,000 per year is offered.

Qualifications

• Current APN Certification required for Advanced Practice Nurse.
• Current Physician Assistant Certification required.
• 3-5 years of acute care hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative/postoperative care for all surgery patients.
• Perform history and physical examinations for surgical procedures.
• Order and interpret laboratory, radiologic, and diagnostic tests.

Skills

Current APN Certification

Current RN NJ state license

CDS

DEA

Current BLS/ACLS

Surgical first assisting

Interpret laboratory tests

Education

Current Physician Assistant Certification

Job description

Advance Practice Provider FT Day Surgical APP's - TRMC

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Job ID: 1139847

Opportunity Criteria

Specialty: Surgery

Profession: Physician Assistant

Details

Job Title: Advance Practice Provider

Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department Name: Surgical APP's - TRMC

Req #: 0000249817

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $125,000.00 - $195,000.00 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.

Summary

Job Overview

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is an independent health care provider who coordinates care through collaboration with the attending Physician

The PA or APN provides care in accordance with the objectives policies and procedures of the practice and the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner Advisory Committee

The main function of this role is to provide consistent, high-quality perioperative/postoperative care for all surgery patients

The APP will be expected to function as an active member of the surgery patient care team

Responsibilities include surgical first assisting, perioperative/postoperative management, hospital rounds on inpatients, and emergency room consultations

The APP will be expected to work to the full extent of their licensure with an emphasis on supervised autonomy

QUALIFICATIONS

Required (APN/NP):

• Current APN Certification
• Current RN NJ state license
• CDS
• DEA
• Current BLS/ACLS
• RNFA Certification *exception if Surgical NP certification has surgical assist built into program

Required (Physician Assistant):

• Current Physician Assistant Certification
• CDS
• DEA
• Current BLS/ACLS

Preferred:

• Acute care certification
• 3-5 years of acute care hospital experience

Scheduling Requirements:

• Scheduled as needed
• (Days, Night Shift, Weekends, Holidays)
• Per Diem

Essential Functions:

• Perform history and physical examinations in preparation for surgical procedures
• Order appropriate laboratory, radiologic and special diagnostic tests and interpret and report to surgical team
• The APP may be asked to see emergent consults in the ED and when appropriate treat conditions within the scope of the APP's practice and experience
• Communication of complicated surgical emergencies and appropriate preparation for surgery will also be expected
• Assist with inpatient daily rounds as assigned
• This can include insertion/discontinuing central lines including but not limited to chest tubes, arterial lines, wound dressing changes, bed side procedure, insertion of temporary dialysis catheters, daily physical exams, and addressing any concerns of the patients on the service
• Thoroughly explains procedures to patients
• Thoroughly explains procedures to patients prior to testing
• Perform appropriate interpretation of laboratory/diagnostic testing
• Responsible for discharging patients in collaboration with the attending
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills, communicates effectively and demonstrates time management
• Performs duties independently and coordinates care with the bedside nurse, attending physician, and other consulting providers
• Compassionately interacts with patients across different areas of care

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