Advanced Practice Nurse

Cooper Norcross Health; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 98,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Norcross Health seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse to join its Cooper Care Alliance in a Family Practice outpatient setting in New Jersey. The role focuses on prevention, wellness, and management of chronic and acute conditions across all ages.

The candidate should have a Master's in Nursing, NJ Advanced Practice Nurse certification, and experience in ambulatory care, with Epic EHR experience preferred. Bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing from NLN-approved program.
• Certification by NJ State Board of Nursing as Advanced Practice Nurse is required.
• Experience in ambulatory/outpatient care preferred.
• Experience with Epic EHR is preferred.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based primary care in a diverse outpatient population.
• Conduct physical exams, diagnose and treat illnesses, order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Develop and manage treatment plans, including prescribing medications and coordinating referrals.
• Promote preventive care and health education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nurses, medical assistants, behavioral health, and specialists.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical meetings.

Skills

Primary care

Outpatient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Electronic Health Records (Epic)

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in nursing

NLN-approved nursing program

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

About Us

Cooper Norcross Health, formerly Cooper University Health Care, is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Norcross Medical School of Rowan University. Headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, Cooper Norcross Health has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.

Cooper Norcross Health has nearly 14,000 team members, including more than 2,200 nurses, more than 1,200 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.

The health system operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as four hospitals – its 663-bed flagship Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper Norcross University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, Children’s Hospital at Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, and The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper, a substance abuse rehabilitation and inpatient treatment facility, in partnership with American Recovery Services.

Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals annual survey for eight years.

More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper Norcross Health facilities annually. Its ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.

Cooper Norcross Health, a not-for-profit health system, was named one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation. Visit CooperHealth.org to learn more.

Unit Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Practice Provider to join our Cooper Care Alliance team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals and families across all ages, focusing on prevention, wellness, and the management of chronic and acute conditions in an outpatient setting.

Short Description

The Advanced Practice Nurse assumes responsibility for advanced nursing practice within a clinical specialty. In consultation with other members of the health care team, strengthens nursing practice and promotes positive patient outcomes. Responsibilities include clinical practice, staff and patient education, and research. The Advanced Practice Nurse serves as a significant member of the multidisciplinary health care team in the inpatient, outpatient and community settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based primary care to a diverse patient population.
• Conduct physical exams, diagnose and treat illnesses, order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Develop and manage treatment plans, including prescribing medications and coordinating referrals.
• Promote preventive care and health education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nurses, medical assistants, behavioral health, and specialists.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical meetings.
• Adhere to organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory standards

Education Requirements

• Graduate from master’s level program.
• Graduate from an NLN approved school of nursing.

Experience Required

• Experience in an ambulatory or outpatient care setting preferred.
• Experience with electronic health records (e.g., Epic).

License/ Certification Requirements

• Obtain and maintain certification by the NJ State Board of Nursing as Advanced Practice Nurse.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification National certification within area if specialty preferred.

Special Requirements

• Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.
• Interest in population health, quality improvement, or teaching.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to providing culturally competent and equitable care.