Advanced Practice Nurse

RWJBarnabas Health; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health's Rutgers University Medical Group Neonatology is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse to provide specialized neonatal and pediatric care for critically ill infants and young children. The APP will work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, delivering comprehensive assessments, care planning and family-centered education.

Day to night shifts and flexible scheduling support a demanding neonatal unit environment.

Qualifications

• CDS and DEA credentials required.
• Current NRP and BLS certification are required.
• APN License and RN License.
• Specialty certifications (NICU/ PICU) preferred depending on role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and assessments of neonates, infants and children up to one year.
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions under physician supervision.
• Develop and implement care plans with the healthcare team.
• Perform procedures as necessary.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and other professionals for coordinated care.
• Communicate treatment plans and health education to families.
• Stay current with medical guidelines and best practices.
• Engage in ongoing education and professional development.
• Participate in research or quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Critical care assessment

Team collaboration

Communication with families

Education

APN License

RN License

NNP Certification (NICU)

Pediatric APNP Certification (inpatient)

Acute Care Pediatric NP Certification (PICU)

Job description

Advanced Practice Nurse

Job ID: 1139755

Location

Opportunity Criteria

Specialty: Behavioral Health, General Practice, Neonatology, Surgery
Profession: Nurse Practitioner

Details

Job Title: Advanced Practice Nurse

Location: Rutgers University Medical Grp

Department Name: RWJMS Neonatology

Req #: 0000205348

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day/Evening/Night

Pay Range: $57.69 - $91.34 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage 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.

Job Overview:

The Neonatal Advanced Practice Provider who provides health care to neonates, infants and children up to one year of age. The APP provides care for critically ill premature and full-term infants with an emphasis placed on family centered culturally diverse sensitive care. In collaboration with the APPhas daily responsibility for the assessment and management of patients in high and low acuity.

The Advanced Practice Provider practices in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team to provide a continuum of primary, acute and or subspecialty healthcare to their patients.

They enhance the quality of care through education and clinical practice utilizing advanced practice, knowledge and research.

General Requirements:

• CDS and DEA
• Current NRP and BLS certification

APN Specific Requirements:

• APN License
• RN License
• One of the following
  • NNP Certification with NICU RN experience
  • Primary Care Pediatric NP Certification with APP experience in an inpatient setting
  • Acute Care Pediatric NP Certification with PICU setting procedural experience as an APP

PA Specific Requirements

• PA License
• PICUprocedural experience or NICU experience as an APP
• NCCPA

Scheduling Requirements:

• Days, Nights, W eekend, and Holiday Coverage
• 12h/24h shifts with flexibility
• Per Diem

Essential Functions:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and assessments of patients.
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions under the supervision of a physician.
• Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Perform procedures as necessary.
• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families regarding treatment plans and healtheducation.
• Stay current with medical best practices, guidelines, and regulations.
• Engage in continuing education and professional development activities.
• Participate in research or quality improvement projects as directed or needed.

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.