Nurse Practitioner- FT Nights- Inpatient-...

Req #: 0000161525Category: Nurse PractitionerStatus: Full-TimeShift: EveningFacility: Barnabas Health Medical GroupDepartment: Cardiac APPs - CBMCLocation:Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr, 94 OLD SHORT HILLS RD, LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039Job OverviewThe Advance Practice Provider is a vital member of our outpatient care team who works collaboratively with our cardiovascular surgeons on management and oversight of cardiovascular surgery and structural heart inpatients in the CTICU and the stepdown unit. Their advance practice provider performs a comprehensive health assessments and management of patients with acute andor chronic health problems. Obtain patient histories and perform physical examination. Writing orders and daily progress notes as indicated. Assess and manage common health problems. Order and evaluate pertinent diagnostic tests including but not limited to: Radiology, laboratories and ECG s. Prescribe pharmacological agents and non-pharmacological treatments for appropriate medical conditions. Educate patients andor families regarding disease process, medical intervention and health promotion. Document patient teaching and patient discharge summaries as needed. Refers and communicates pertinent abnormalities to cardiovascular surgeon and primary medical team. Serves as a resource for nursing and ancillary staff in regards to patient and disease management. Address any outpatient clinical patient care issues, concerns and follow up as needed.Job RequirementsLicensed Registered Nurse in the state or New Jersey. Certified Nurse Practitioner in the state of New Jersey. Masters prepared in Nursing from an accredited program, ACLS certified. Certified Physician Assistant in the State of New Jersey, Masters prepared from an accredited program. Minimum two years of experience in cardiac surgery, interventional cardiology or general cardiology. Cardiothoracic surgery experience preferred.CDS, BLS, ACLS and DEA required.Responsibilities include: Consultations, optimizing patients prior to surgery in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team, managing patients post-operatively in the CTICU as well as CT Step-Down units, managing post-op complications, coordinating with multi-disciplinary team and nursing staff to provide patients an optimal pre- and post-operative experience, discharging patients in a safe and satisfactory manner.Scheduling RequirementsNights Role3 days per week , 13 hoursMay require one Saturday a monthEssential FunctionsIdentifies appropriate patient for NP coverage.Performs daily rounds. Discusses plan of care with MD s and multidisciplinary team.Evaluates pertinent diagnostic tests (including radiology, laboratory, ECG, echo, cardiac cath report) in accordance with NP municates with MD regarding pertinent abnormalities. Facilitates compliance of PRO-NJ requirements.Writes orders for pharmacologic agentsnon-pharmacologic treatments (i.e. patient education, labs, etc.) for appropriate medical pletes daily progress notesdischarge sheet in accordance with PRO-NJ requirements.Assesses and manages health problems occurring during hospitalization per NP protocol.Additional InformationAt RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth CareDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and moreChoosing RWJBarnabas Health!RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while deliveringa best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.Equal Opportunity EmployerRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Created: 2024-11-13