PA/NP - Neonatal NICU Level III-C Part-Time

Hackensack Meridian Health; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health seeks a NICU Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital NICU. The role requires NICU fellowship for PA or NP credentialing, with prescriptive authority and NJ licensure. The hospital, a Level III NICU, emphasizes patient-centered, team-based care.

In a top regional academic center, you will provide direct clinical care, participate in rounds, and advance research and education within a dynamic neonatal program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program.
• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited NP program.
• PA program completed with NCCPA certification or NP certification and NJ prescriptive authority.

Responsibilities

• Provide NICU patient care under physician supervision.
• Collaborate with neonatal team to assess, plan and implement care.
• Lead and participate in daily interdisciplinary rounds and care coordination.
• Mentor other PAs and NPs; promote evidence-based practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Education

NLN/AACN accredited nursing program

NP/PA graduate degree

PA program completed

Tools

MS Office

Google Suite

Job description

The NICU 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 APN works collaboratively with 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, appropriate and efficient use of consultants

NNP required or NNP eligible, PA should have completed a NICU fellowship. K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital is a Level III NICU at Jersey Shore University Medical Center.

https//www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/childrens-health/specialties-and-services/neonatal-intensive-care

Facility Information Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center is a leading academic medical center and the only Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center in Monmouth and Ocean counties. With more than 1,200 physicians in 60 specialty areas, Jersey Shore University Medical Center’s team provides high-quality care in a patient-centered environment. Also located on the Jersey Shore campus is HOPE Tower - a 10-story medical office building providing a healing outpatient experience. Guided by a patient-centered approach toward care, and informed by the latest medical breakthroughs, HOPE Tower includes advanced imaging services, a clinical academic center, specialty physician offices, and a cancer center.

Awards and Recognition Ranked by U.S. News & World Report in 2023-2024 as the #6 hospital in New Jersey, nationally recognized for High Performing Orthopedics and Pulmonology & Lung Surgery programs, and High Performing for nine areas of care, including aortic valve surgery; heart attack; heart bypass surgery; heart failure; stroke; leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma; lung cancer surgery; diabetes and kidney failure Home to K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital, the #1 Children’s Hospital in New Jersey, according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital, along with Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital, is nationally ranked in four specialties, including pediatric cancer, pediatric nephrology, pediatric neurology & neurosurgery, and pediatric urology.

Received five consecutive ‘A’ Grades for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group, as of Spring 2023 Named by Healthgrades as one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals for three years in a row (among the top 5% of hospitals in the nation); named a Top 100 Best Hospital in several areas, including Cardiac Care, Stroke Care, Gastrointestinal Care and Gastrointestinal Surgery; recognized with Excellence Awards for Cardiac Surgery, Neurosciences, Cranial Neurosurgery and Critical Care Recognized nationally as a Best Maternity Care Hospital by Newsweek and a High Performing hospital for maternity care by U.S. News & World Report Received Magnet Recognition, six times, from the ANCC Received the Top 25 Environmental Excellence Award from Practice Greenhealth -

Community Information Located in Coastal Monmouth county, NJ, Neptune Township is home to active year round communities. It is a region that enjoys all the advantages of coastal living - such as sand, surf, seafood, and other outdoor activities - yet when fall arrives the residents don’t depart with autumn’s leaves. Neptune is a town rich in Victorian architecture, tree-lined streets, lakes, and parks. There are a variety of restaurants, quaint shops, and stores. Neptune features excellent school systems, charming neighborhoods, and all the advantages of modern suburban life. Easily accessible by car, train and bus, Neptune is about an hour from Philadelphia and New York City. JSUMC is close to the cities of Red bank, Long Branch, Asbury Park, and Belmar. There is a variety of night life activities, restaurants, family oriented culture, & boardwalks for all ages to enjoy.

• Provide medical services under the supervision of a licensed physician, consistent with the PA's education, training and experience.
• Performs and documents accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem.
• Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate.
• 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.
• Prescribes medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed.
• Seeks opportunities to promote Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) PA practice recognition (locally, nationally, and internationally) through conferences, publications, and presentations.
• Provides care that is patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective for the promotion of health and treatment of disease.
• Practices as a healthcare provider according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
• Applies evidence-based and value-based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes.
• Evaluates patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety and self-management promotion for chronic conditions.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty.
• Translates `best practice' into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care.
• Provides culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families.
• Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds.
• Serves as an advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating issues as appropriate.
• Serves as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities.
• Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and workgroups as necessary.
• Demonstrates the highest level of accountability for professional practice and adheres to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.
• Promotes a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, behavior expectations, values, and pillars.
• Mentors other PAs, precepts students in PA programs and participates in educational programs as a clinical expert.
• Identifies patient/family educational needs and collaborates to implement appropriate teaching materials.
• Promotes innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice.
• Participates in clinical research activities and disseminates findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications.
• Identifies ethical care issues and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them.
• Comply with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies and procedures as applicable to role.
• Adheres to all HMH infection control and safety policies.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

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. Advanced Nurse Practitioner (w/ Master's Degree). 3. BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification. 4. Board certified by AANP or ANCC. 5. NNP eligible 6. AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.

Required Qualifications

• Education
• Successful completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education.
• NICU fellowship
• Licensure & Certifications
• Current, unrestricted 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.

Minimum rate of $96,457.92 Annually

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