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Description
The 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.
Must have Wound Care Experience.
Responsibilities
- Provides medical assessments, treatments, clearances for HMH applicants, team members, constituents, and external customers per specific company profiles & regulatory standards.
- Performs clinical care professionally, serving as a customer advocate and role model.
- Ensures clinical practice complies with NJ Board of Medical Examiners regulations, Code of Ethics, NJ Department of Health requirements, and HMH policies and procedures.
- Develops and implements appropriate care plans.
- Facilitates patient teaching and support programs for patients and employers.
- Evaluates protocols and standards of care, supporting the development of evidence-based practice protocols to achieve desired outcomes.
- Applies evidence-based and value-based practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Provides safe and effective medication management to promote recovery from injuries/illnesses.
- Prescribes medications and recommends OTC options as appropriate.
- Initiates lab tests, immunizations, and diagnostic procedures within scope of practice.
- Demonstrates competent clinical skills with treatment plans using effective screening tests or procedures.
- Collaborates with physicians and consults effectively with the healthcare team.
- Maintains accurate documentation of findings, recommendations, and education.
- Participates in continuing education, develops a personal clinical development plan, and confers with leaders on goals.
- Provides culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate patient education.
- Serves as a clinical resource for nursing staff, patients, and multidisciplinary team members.
- Participates in policy reviews and updates based on current evidence-based practices.
- Acts as a resource to address clinical, process, and system improvements to promote excellence.
- Fosters a collaborative work environment aligned with organizational values.
- Seeks opportunities to incorporate new clinical knowledge into practice.
- Identifies ethical issues and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them.
- Floats to various clinic locations as needed.
- Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
- Adheres to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Qualifications
Required:
- Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program
- Master's Degree
- Maintains clinical competencies through continuing education and clinical practice as mandated
- Experience in relevant patient care setting or as dictated by regulations
Preferred:
- Master's prepared Advanced Practice Nurse
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience
- Strong organizational and computer skills
- Effective communication skills
- Emotional intelligence, critical thinking, interpersonal skills
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Valid Driver's License
Licenses and Certifications
Required:
- NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License
- Advanced Practice Nurse Certification (with Master's Degree)
- AHA Basic Health Care Life Support (BLS) Certification
Preferred: