NP/PA - Observation Unit Evening Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 116,000; Part time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health’s Observation Unit seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to lead patient-centered care across cardiac service lines, including Observation, HF/MI, and Cath lab.

The role requires 3+ years in acute care, NJ NP/PA licensure, ACLS/BLS, and board certification. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential to coordinate care and support ethical practice in a dynamic hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program.
• Master's or Doctorate in Nursing from an accredited program.
• National Provider Identifier (NPI) required.
• Prescriptive authority through CDS and DEA per NJ state law.
• Board certification by AANP or ANCC.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and implement care for patients with health and safety needs.
• Collaborate with hospital team across cardiac service lines (Observation, HF/MI, Cath lab).
• Provide per diem evening and weekend coverage as required.
• Maintain required licenses and certifications.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical assessment

Communication

Team player

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Process improvement

Care coordination

Patient-centered care

Education

Nurse Practitioner program (NLN/AACN accredited)

Master's or Doctorate in Nursing

NJ NP license

NPI

ACNP/PA certification

AHA BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

The Observation Unit Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) utilizes a patient-centered coordinated care model, demonstrating competencies

in leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision-making.

The NP or PA works collaboratively with the practice/hospital team to assess, plan, and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs. The

position will cover multiple cardiac service lines where needed (Observation, HF/MI, and Cath lab).

• -Minimum of 3 years of experience in an acute care setting (hospital-based experience)

• -Cardiology experience strongly preferred

• -Current APP licensure and certification (ACNP or PA) in good standing

• -Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills

• -Excellent communication skills, proven team player, ability to multitask and prioritize, and proactive and creative problem-solver with a

• focus on process improvement, care coordination, and patient-centered solutions.

Evenings, per diem

Every Third Weekend

Holiday Work, Three of 6

No On-Call Required

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 1. Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program. 2. Master's or Doctorate

degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. 3. Maintains clinical competencies through continuing education and clinical

practice. 4. Experience in a relevant patient care setting (or as regulations dictate). 5. National Provider Identifier (NPI). 6. Prescriptive

authority through CDS and DEA registration according to New Jersey state law. 7. Collaborative agreement with physicians on staff. 8.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 9. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or

Google Suite platforms. Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: 1. Not Applicable. Licenses and Certifications Required: 1. NJ

State Professional Registered Nurse License. 2. New Jersey Advance Practice Nurse License. 3. BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP

Certification. 4. Board certified by AANP or ANCC. 5. Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.

or

Required Qualifications

Education:

Successful completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education.

Licensure & Certifications:

Current, unrestricted New Jersey Physician Assistant License.

Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Skills & Abilities:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency with computer platforms, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.

Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

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Minimum rate of $71.72 Hourly

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

• Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

• Experience: Years of relevant work experience.

• Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.

• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

• Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

• Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.

• Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.