NP/PA - General Neurology Inpatient Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) to join our patient-centered care team in Hackensack, NJ. The role emphasizes leadership, direct clinical practice, collaboration, and education across the care continuum.

The ideal candidate will hold a NP degree (Master's or Doctorate) with an active NPI, and have experience in neurology or acute care settings. Weekend/holiday coverage may be required, with no on-call obligation.

Qualifications

• Grad of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program.
• Masters or Doctorate degree from an accredited NP program.
• NPI required and maintained as part of practice eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document history and physicals appropriate for patient age and condition.
• Order and interpret labs and diagnostic tests in collaboration with physicians.
• Prescribe medications safely following policies and NJ regulations.
• Provide patient and family education to promote health and self-management.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team for evidenced-based care improvements.
• Participate in peer review and clinical research activities as applicable.
• Ensure adherence to nursing protocols, standards of care, and privilege delineations.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Leadership

Clinical assessment

Collaboration with medical staff

Education

Master's degree in Nurse Practitioner

Doctorate in Nurse Practitioner (optional)

Job description

Overview

The Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) utilizes a patient-centered coordinated care model, demonstrating competencies in leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision-making. The APN works collaboratively with the practice/hospital team to assess, plan, and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs.

Position is located in Hackensack, NJ.

Neurology experience preferred.

Weekends and holidays required as needed.

No on-call requirement.

Responsibilities

1. Performs and documents accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem.
2. Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate.
3. Manages general medical and surgical conditions based on comprehensive knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and the indications and contraindications of pharmacologic agents and other treatment modalities.
4. Prescribes medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed.
5. Seeks opportunities to promote Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) APN practice recognition (locally, nationally, and internationally) through conferences, publications, and presentations.
6. Provides care that is patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective for the promotion of health and treatment of disease.
7. Practices as a healthcare provider according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
8. Adheres to HMH nursing protocols, standards of care, and disease‑specific quality indicators.
9. Applies evidence‑based and value‑based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes.
10. Evaluates patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety and self‑management promotion for chronic conditions.
11. Demonstrates clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty.
12. Completes medication reconciliations as appropriate.
13. Participate in annual APN peer review.
14. Translates `best practice' into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care.
15. Provides culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families.
16. Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds.
17. Serves as an advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating as appropriate.
18. Serves as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities.
19. Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and workgroups as necessary.
20. Demonstrates the highest level of accountability for professional practice and adheres to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.
21. Collaborates with medical staff to support nursing-led protocols.
22. Mentors other APNs, precepts students in APN programs and participates in educational programs for nursing as a clinical expert.
23. Identifies patient/family educational needs and collaborates to implement appropriate teaching materials.
24. Facilitates and participates in nursing educational programs as a clinical expert.
25. Promotes a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, behavior expectations, values, and pillars.
26. Promotes innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice.
27. Participates in clinical research activities and disseminates findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications.
28. Identifies ethical care issues and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them.
29. Adheres to the legal framework and scope of practice defined by the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs, ensuring compliance with all applicable statutes and professional standards.
30. Comply with HMH and department‑specific scope of services, policies and procedures as applicable to role.
31. Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
32. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program.
• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Maintains clinical competencies through continuing education and clinical practice.
• Experience in a relevant patient care setting (or as regulations dictate).
• National Provider Identifier (NPI).