Nurse Practitioner Physician Assistant NICU Level III

Hackensack Meridian Health; Neptune City (NJ); On-site; USD 117,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for the NICU Level III. The role involves leadership, clinical care, and collaboration with healthcare teams to implement patient-centered care. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's degree and clinical competencies, providing essential assessments and treatments in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement options

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Maintains clinical competencies through continuing education.
• Minimum of 3 years professional experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical assessments and treatments for HMH applicants and external customers.
• Develops and implements appropriate plans of care.
• Collaborates with healthcare team members to coordinate care.

Skills

Clinical competencies

Leadership

Effective communication

Emotional intelligence

Critical thinking

Education

Master's Degree

NLN/AACN accredited program in nursing

Job description

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Description

The NICU Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nurse performs the role utilizing the patient-centered coordinated care model demonstrated through the following competencies: leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision making. Works collaboratively with other members of the practice/hospital team to assess, plan and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs.

Proficient in newborn resuscitation, intubation and stabilization, umbilical lines, PIV, arterial blood draw, ventilation management, needle aspiration and chest tubes, spinal tap, interpretation of x-rays, and appropriate and efficient use of consultants.

Level III NICU at K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital at Jersey Shore UMC

Responsibilities

• Provides medical assessments, treatments, and clearances for HMH applicants, team members, constituents, and external customers per specific company profiles & or regulatory standards.
• Performs clinical care professionally, serving as a customer advocate and role model.
• Develops and implements appropriate plan of care.
• Facilitates patient teaching and support programs for patients and employers.
• Evaluates current protocols and standards of care for translation of best practice into clinical practice.
• Supports the development of evidence-based practice protocols and standards of care.
• Applies evidence and value-based practices to achieve positive outcomes for patients.
• Provides medication safely and effectively to promote recovery from on-the-job injury/illness.
• Prescribes medications and/or recommends over-the-counter medications as appropriate.
• Initiates laboratory tests, immunizations, and diagnostic tests/procedures as appropriate.
• Collaborates with physicians and consults effectively with other healthcare team members.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills interdisciplinary to achieve results.
• Provides accurate, organized documentation of findings, recommendations, and education.
• Participates in continuing education and maintains documentation.
• Provides culturally appropriate education related to patient care/needs.
• Serves as a clinical resource to nursing staff, patients, and other team members.
• Participates in policy/procedure reviews and updates.
• Acts as a resource for clinical, process, and system improvements.
• Promotes a collaborative work environment.
• Seeks opportunities to bring new clinical knowledge into practice.
• Identifies ethical care issues and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them.
• Floats to various clinic locations as needed.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited program in nursing.
• Master’s Degree.
• Maintains clinical competencies through continuing education and clinical practice as mandated.
• Experience in relevant patient care setting or as regulations dictate.

Preferred:

• Master’s Prepared Advanced Practice Nurse.
• Minimum of 3 years professional experience.
• Strong organizational and computer skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Valid Driver’s license.

Licenses and Certifications

• NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License.
• Advanced Practice Nurse Certification (with Master’s Degree).
• AHA Basic Healthcare Life Support (BLS) Certification.

For Physician Assistant:

• Successful completion of an accredited physician's assistant program.
• Physician Assistant License.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) Certification.

We are committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay rate is an estimate of the minimum base pay and does not reflect the full rewards package.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting at $117,395.20 annually. Benefits include health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement options.

Additional Details

Employment type: Full-time, Mid-Senior level, Health Care Provider, Hospitals and Healthcare industries.

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