CSH Advance Practice Nurse

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

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks a CSH Advance Practice Nurse in Morristown, NJ to manage developmental behavioral pediatrics patients. The role is salaried, day shift, with a pay range of $125,000–$195,000 per year and requires APN certification and NJ licensure.

The APN will assess, diagnose, and manage pediatric patients aged 0–21, coordinate care with the medical team, educate staff, and develop protocols to support family-centered care in the ambulatory center.

Qualifications

• Master's or doctoral degree in pediatric advanced Practice.
• Family nurse practitioners with strong pediatric background will be considered.
• Experience as a practicing APN in pediatrics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains cooperative relationships with colleagues and external contacts.
• Creates a Joint Protocol specific to their clinical practice area and consults with collaborating physicians.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure patient- and family-centered care.
• Participates in education of students by lecturing and precepting in the clinical area.
• Provides developmental assessment, diagnosis and management for children/adolescents aged 0–21 years.
• Manages diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, developmental delay and behavioral issues with referrals as needed.
• Ensures continuity and completeness of care and documents medical interventions.

Skills

APN certification from NJ

National certification

AHA BLS certification

NJ RN/NP license

Education

Master's or Doctoral in pediatric advanced practice

Pediatric focus for Family NP

Experience as APN in pediatrics

Job description

Req #: 0000269842

Category: Nurse Practitioner

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp

Department: Administration-Physicians

Pay Range: $125,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year

Location: 10 Park Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960

Job Title: CSH Advance Practice Nurse

Location: RWJBH Ambulatory Care Center -

Department Name: Administration-Physicians

Req #: 0000269842

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

The APN is a licensed independent practitioner who is responsible for managing health problems and coordinating health care for children in accordance with professional standards and hospital guidelines.

The APN works collaboratively with other members of the medical staff to provide care to patients in Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics.

The APN possesses a comprehensive knowledge base established within a sound theoretical framework and utilizes advanced assessment skills, specialty expertise, and age appropriate interventions.

The APN provides staff and patient education and is an integral member of the health care team.

Essential Job Functions

• Develops and maintains cooperative relationships with colleagues as well as external contacts


• Develops and implements a Joint Protocol specific to their clinical practice area and consults with collaborating physicians as established in the joint protocol


• Collaborates with the full interdisciplinary team including patients and families and all other areas of the organization to ensure the development and implementation of Patient and Family Centered Care practices


• Participates in team meetings and conferences when available to enhance an interdisciplinary approach to health care delivery


• Participates in the education of students by serving as a lecturer and precepting students in the clinical area


• Maintains accurate billing


• Identifies knowledge and skill needs through self assessment and annual performance evaluation


• In addition, the APN for Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics outpatient will also be responsible for Providing developmental assessment, diagnosis, and management for children adolescents ages 0 to 21 years


• This includes, but is not limited to diagnoses and management(medications when indicated) of autism, ADHD, developmental delay, learning difficulties, behavioral difficulties, anxiety depression with referral to higher level of care when indicated


• Meets expectations of department staff positions as required to meet customer expectations


• Demonstrates understanding of diagnosis pertinent medical findings, rationale and goals of treatment, and medical interventions for patients through practice and written documentation


• Initiates, directs and leads team s to meet comprehensive medical patient care needs, utilizing quality and cost effective methods,


• Assists in identifying and resolving ethical problems or dilemmas of individuals or systems


• Recognizes the need for continuity and completeness of care, above and beyond basic needs


• Communicates and incorporates relevant research findings into practice, education and consultation


• Motivates staff to improve their performance, continuously, leading to improved department performance


• Maximizes potential of self and colleagues by supporting professional growth and attending and conducting training and orientation sessions


• Maintains credentials and continuing education according to professional practice standards and relevant statues and regulations


• Coordinates the development and implementation of policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services to meet customer expectations

Formal Education And Job Related Experience

• Master's or doctoral degree in pediatric advanced practice,


• Family nurse practitioners with a strong pediatric background will be considered


• Experience as a practicing APN


• Experience in developmental pediatrics is preferred

Licenses and Certification

• Must have APN certification from the State of NJ


• Must have current national certification in area of specialty


• AHA BLS Provider Certification required


• Must have RN, NP license from State of NJ


• CDS NPI DEA

Additional Comments

Job Specific Contacts

Hospital personnel, patients, families, visitors, physicians, students, nursing school faculty and hospital administrators

Physical Demands

Ability to safely lift objects and people

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• 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!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer