Advance Practice Provider FT Day UPA NJMS Surgery
 RWJBarnabas Health | |
vision insurance, paid time off, long term disability, tuition reimbursement
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 United States, New Jersey, Jersey City | |
| 355 Grand Street (Show on map) | |
 Nov 17, 2025 | |
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Advance Practice Provider FT Day UPA NJMS Surgery
Req #: 0000224007 Category: Nurse Practitioner Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Department: UPA NJMS Surgery Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year Location:
355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302 Job Title: Advance Practice Provider Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group Department Name: UPA NJMS Surgery Req #: 0000224007 Status: Salaried Shift: Day Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. MISSION STATEMENT: The Divisions of Vascular Surgery & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Rutgers NJMS is the regional leader in providing quality clinical care to patients with vascular and otolaryngologic diseases, educating future vascular surgeons and otolaryngologists, and advancing care through clinical and translational research, SUMMARY: APN will be an integral member of the Vascular Surgery & Otolaryngology Teams at Rutgers NJMS, providing care to patients, improving efficiency of care, and participating in both quality improvement and clinical research programs, ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, Other duties may be assigned Care provided is patient centered Actively contributes to creating a friendly, welcoming and safe environment for patients Communicates clearly to ensure understanding Responds to complaints and concerns by resolving issues immediately whenever possible Interacts with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure the plan of care is coordinated Meets or exceeds patient/family expectations for service Acts as a role model for Service Excellence Maintains professional composure and confidence in the care setting Works effectively with team to ensure customer service scores for work area meet/exceed targets Demonstrates respect for patient rights and is committed to the uniqueness of the individual patient, Collects comprehensive patient health data/history including past and present medical, surgical, family and social history Diagnostic tests and procedures relevant to the patient s status are collected, interpreted and documented at the Electronic Medical Record Completes the medication reconciliation process by documenting the current list of medications taken by patient at each visit Performs and documents an appropriate comprehensive physical assessment of patients which will include a review of systems, evaluation of manifestations and toxicities related to medical conditions and anticoagulation management Evaluates patients in the Emergency Department and for inpatient consultations and assists in management of these patients In collaboration with the physician, critically analyzes the assessment data/diagnostic tests and determines a diagnosis In addition, develops a comprehensive plan of care that includes interventions of treatments to attain outcomes, Evaluates laboratory studies and diagnostic tests and provides appropriate interventions as required, Evaluates patient progress in attaining expected treatment outcomes Monitor for signs and symptoms related to disease progression/recurrence Appropriately manages medical and anticoagulation management emergencies according to protocol/policy Prescribes and/or orders medications Obtains appropriate consents for surgery and procedures Ensures completion of all needed pre-operative tests, forms and documents, Document assessments, prescribing, plan, modifications to plan, and evaluation of care in the electronic medical record Triages patients problems via telephone calls Provides monitoring and continuity of care between departments/services; collaborates with Clinical Care Coordinators, Patient Navigators and medical staff to coordinate continuity of care Collects relevant data and prepares patient s discharge packet, included needed prescriptions and follow-up office practice visits Performs daily rounds, independently and with physicians and performs needed clinical tasks including progress notes, orders, dressing changes, and other care as needed May insert and remove central venous catheters, drains and arterial lines May remove arterial sheaths May provide tracheostomy and gastrostomy care May perform flexible laryngoscopy and nasal endoscopy, and Incision and Drainage Assist during outpatient/bedside surgical procedures, Coordinists for patient care Dictates discharge summaries, dictates comprehensive discharge and/or interim update letter to referring physicians Assists in bed management including: Arranges patient admission and transfer, Arranges patient transfer between all levels of care Interfaces with families to obtain and provide information concerning patient s medical care and progress Monitors intended and potential side effects of medications and treatments ordered and will offer appropriate, accepted interventions Provides health promotion and disease/illness/injury prevention Provides patient and family counseling and reassurance in response to psychological or psychosocial issues Educates patients, families and caregivers: disease etiology to facilitate adherence to treatment, supportive care and follow-up expected and potential adverse effects costs of prescribed pharmacologic and non-pharmacological treatments and interventions risks and benefits of alternative, integrative and complementary therapies Participates in informal instruction of nursing students and other health professionals Provides pre and post-operative patient education with particular emphasis on the PAT and post recovery process to ensure patient and family compliance and satisfaction with their healthcare experience to meet the needs of the patient/family Oversees patient pre-and post-op teaching for discharge planning, Participates in the Division s Vascular Surgery teaching conferences Interact with Vascular Surgery and General Surgery residents for efficient and compassionate patient care Assist the divisions with the development of patient education programs; ie Smoking cessation, cholesterol and lipid management, tracheostomy care Completes forms used to prepare bills and claims, if appropriate Participates in performance improvement activities and implements changes as identified Joint Protocols are reviewed through an annual Collaborative Practice Agreement with the Collaborating Physicians and signed both parties Understands and adheres to Rutgers compliance standards as they appear in RBHS s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy Performs other related duties as assigned EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Credential Required: Current NJ License and Registration; Certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse, by the Board of Nursing, with specialization as indicated or Physician Assistant through the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners, BLS, CDS and DEA Licenses A current Registered/Professional Nurse license and registration in the State of New Jersey is required Completion of an educational program which is designed and conducted to prepare graduates to practice as an NP/APN with a master s degree in nursing and certified by a national certifying body Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, and creative problem solving are essential A minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience and current BLS certification are required, Additional Information: Benefits and Perks: At RWJBarnabasHealth, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Choosing RWJBarnabasHealth! RWJBarnabasHealth is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a 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 Employer RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer | |