Advanced Practice Nurse - FT Day Monmouth Heart & Vascular

RWJBarnabas Health; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Partner Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in Monmouth Heart & Vascular is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant to diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic heart diseases in collaboration with attending cardiologists. You will perform comprehensive exams, order and interpret diagnostics, and participate in patient care across outpatient clinics, hospital wards, and ICU settings.

The role emphasizes evidence-based pharmacotherapy and patient education on heart-healthy lifestyles, with

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in Nursing Practice or Physician Assistant
• Active state license and board certification (ANCC/AANP or NCCPA)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive history and physical exams for cardiac patients.
• Order, track, and interpret labs, EKGs, echocardiograms, and stress tests.
• Prescribe and adjust cardiovascular medications under protocols.
• Coordinate patient care across ambulatory and inpatient settings.
• Educate patients on heart-healthy lifestyles and disease self-management.
• Facilitate transitions of care and multidisciplinary communication

Skills

Cardiology care

Clinical assessment

Diagnostics interpretation

Team collaboration

Education

MSN/NP or PA

Job description

Job Title: Advanced Practice Nurse

Location: Monmouth Heart & Vascular

Department Name: Monmouth Heart & Vascular

Req #: 0000262621

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.

Job Summary

A Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant diagnoses, treats, and manages acute and chronic heart diseases in collaboration with attending cardiologists

Responsibilities include conducting physical exams, ordering and interpreting diagnostics such as EKGs and labs, prescribing medications, and managing patient care in outpatient clinics, hospitals, or intensive care units

Core Responsibilities

Patient Assessment:

• Conduct comprehensive history and physical exams for new and established cardiac patients,

Diagnostic & Treatment Management:

• Order, track, and interpret diagnostic studies (labs, echocardiograms, stress tests, Holter monitors),

Pharmacotherapy:

• Prescribe and adjust cardiovascular medications (antiarrhythmics, heart failure therapies, anticoagulants) under practice protocols,

Patient Education:

• Counsel patients and families on heart-healthy lifestyle modifications, risk factor reduction, and disease self-management

Care Coordination:

• Facilitate smooth transitions of care, specialist referrals, and multidisciplinary team communication

Clinical Settings & Specialized Duties

Outpatient Clinic:

• Manage stable chronic conditions hypertension, hyperlipidemia, coronary artery disease, heart failure and perform routine follow-ups

Inpatient / ICU:

• Perform daily rounds, manage acute coronary syndromes or post-procedural recovery, and assist with emergency response

Sub-Specialty Focus e,g, Electrophysiology, Interventional:

• Evaluate device checks, manage arrhythmia protocols, or assist in procedural areas/cath labs as credentialed

Qualifications & Requirements

Education:

• Masters or Doctorate degree as a Nurse Practitioner NP or Physician Assistant (PA

Licensure & Certification:

• Active state nursing/PA license, board certification ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA,

Life Support:

• Current BLS and ACLS certifications,

Experience:

• Prior cardiology or critical care experience is strongly preferred for advanced acuity positions
• Experience in an administrative or leadership role is a plus

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabasHealth!

RWJBarnabasHealth is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while deliveringa best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer