Full Time - Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Clinical Decision Unit - Day Shift - Camden, NJ

Virtua; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 104,166 - 127,314; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan forgiveness

Paid malpractice

Vacation time

CME stipend

401(k)/403(b) plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Virtua Medical Group in Camden, New Jersey, seeks a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider to join the Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) within the Emergency Department. You will participate in admissions, coordinate in-hospital treatments, and help transition patients to outpatient services or inpatient care as needed.

The ideal candidate has hospital-setting experience and CDU/ED exposure, with strong motivation, teamwork and leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hospital setting is required.
• Prior CDU/ED experience is highly preferred.
• Strong motivation, teamwork, and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Admissions in CDU and coordinating in-hospital treatment.
• Managing transitions to outpatient services or inpatient admissions.
• Collaborating with CDU physicians to deliver seamless care.

Skills

Hospital setting experience

Teamwork

Leadership

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that’s wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life‑changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet‑recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we’ve received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we’re committed to the well‑being of the community.

Job Location

Location: Lourdes Health System – 1600 Haddon Ave

Remote Type: On‑Site

Employment Type: Employee

Employment Classification: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours: 36

Job Title & Details

Advanced Practice Provider – Day Shift – Clinical Decision Unit – Full Time

Location: Camden, New Jersey

Schedule: Full Time, 1st Shift

Position Overview

Virtua Medical Group is excited to welcome a Full‑Time Advanced Practice Practitioner (APP) to join our new Clinical Decision Unit (CDU), an extension of the Emergency Department designed to provide short‑term care for patients needing extended diagnostics or brief hospital treatments before discharge.

Responsibilities

As an APP in the CDU, you will play a critical role in patient care, including admissions, coordinating in‑hospital treatment, and managing transitions to outpatient services or inpatient admissions when necessary. You will work closely alongside dedicated CDU physicians to deliver seamless, patient‑centered care.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience in a hospital setting is required.
• Prior experience in a Clinical Decision Unit or Emergency Department is highly preferred.
• Strong motivation, excellent teamwork, and leadership skills are essential.

Compensation

In compliance with New Jersey pay transparency laws, all Advanced Practice Provider roles include a posted minimum base salary. The minimum base salary for this position is $115,740.00 per year. Final compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience, qualifications, and prevailing market factors.

Benefits

Virtua Medical Group is a growing, multi‑specialty, clinician‑led organization of over 1,700 clinicians. We offer outstanding benefits, including loan forgiveness, paid malpractice, vacation time, CME stipend, and a competitive compensation structure.

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental, and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off; paid sick leave; short‑term disability and optional long‑term disability; colleague and dependent life insurance; supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

Culture

At Virtua, we embrace the Culture of We, where our community is our family. We believe every interaction is an opportunity to build relationships and loyalty by listening to our patients, anticipating their care needs, collaborating with care partners in our region, and engaging with our community.

How to Apply

Interested in joining our team? Submit your CV through this posting or email it directly to [e-mail].