Advanced Practice Nurse, FICN (Per Diem)

ThedaCare Cardiovascular Care; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse to join their Neonatology Program. In this vital role, you will provide primary care for high-risk newborn infants in various units, including the Neonatal Intensive Care Units and Labor and Delivery. You will work collaboratively with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, ensuring the highest standards of care in accordance with hospital policies and state regulations. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of newborns and their families in a supportive and dynamic environment, while benefiting from a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Certified as Advanced Practice Nurse in New Jersey with a Master's Degree in Nursing.
• At least 2 years of related nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care for high-risk newborns in various hospital units.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community agencies.

Skills

Advanced Practice Nursing

Collaboration

Patient Care

Communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS

NRP

ACLS

Job description

The primary purpose of the Advanced Practice Nurse position is to participate under the administrative, clinical direction and leadership of the Director of the Neonatology Program and in collaborative relationship in the (Mother-Baby Unit), Neonatal Intensive Care Units (FICN and FIN Nurseries), Labor and Delivery areas with the other healthcare providers. Interacts collaboratively with the nurses and other multidisciplinary team members. Duties are to provide primary care for the high-risk newborn infants in these locations in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures of the hospital and the New Jersey State Advanced Nurse Practice Act.

Participates under the direction of the Director of Neonatology and in a collaborative relationship with Attending Neonatologist, Nurse Manager and Nursing staff in the Intensive Care and Intermediate Care Nurseries and Labor and Delivery Room. Interacts in a collaborative way with a multidisciplinary team as well as with community agencies including DCP&P and community nursing services.

Measurement-criteria are "as observed by the Director of Neonatology in collaboration with the Chief APN of the Hospital” for all performance standards, unless otherwise indicated.

Qualifications

Certified as Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of New Jersey with a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Nursing. Currently licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of New Jersey. At least two (2) years of related nursing experience required. BLS, NRP and ACLS required.

University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. For more information, visit www.uhnj.org/hrweb.