CSH Advance Practice Nurse

Req # : 0000220983

Category : Nurse Practitioner

Status : Full-Time

Shift : Day

Facility : Childrens Specialized Hosp

Department : Administration-Physicians

Pay Range : $90,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Location :

200 Somerset St., New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Job Title : CSH Advance Practice Nurse

Location : New Brunswick (NB)

Department Name : Administration-Physicians

Req # : 0000220983

Status : Salaried

Shift : Day

Pay Range : $90,000.00 - $170,000.00 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.

Job Overview

The APN is a licensed independent practitioner who is responsible for managing health problems and coordinating health care for children in accordance with professional standards and hospital guidelines.

The APN works collaboratively with other members of the medical staff to provide care to patients in the inpatient acute rehabilitation or long-term care setting.

The APN possesses a comprehensive knowledge base established within a sound theoretical framework and utilizes advanced assessment skills, specialty expertise, and age-appropriate interventions.

The APN provides staff and patient education and is an integral member of the health care team.

The APN will provide bedside clinical and on-call coverage of patient care areas in CSH Inpatient settings and will share in these responsibilities with other members of the Inpatient team.

Qualifications

Required :

Masters or doctoral degree in advanced practice nursing in field related to area of hire

Minimum of 3 to 5 years nursing experience

Must have RN license from State of NJ

Must have APN license from the State of NJ

NP certification

BLS and PALS through the American Heart Association

Preferred

Prior experience working with infants, children and young adults with medical complexity desired

Scheduling Requirements

M-F Days

Full time

On-call rotation

Essential Functions

Provides thorough medical care to patients admitted to CSH Inpatient facilities, leading the multidisciplinary team with the goal of helping children reach their full potential

Provides on call coverage as needed on a rotating basis Demonstrates understanding of diagnosis pertinent medical findings, rationale for and goals of treatment, and medical interventions for patients through practice and written documentation

Initiates, directs and leads teams to meet comprehensive medical patient care needs, utilizing quality and cost effective methods

Utilizes HRO High Reliability Organization tools and techniques to elevate patient safety and effective communication

Serves as care coordinator as dictated by the site of practice e.g, Pediatric Acute Rehabilitation or Long Term Care

Recognizes the need for continuity and completeness of care, above and beyond basic needs

Communicates and incorporates relevant research findings into practice, education and consultation

Motivates staff to improve their performance, continuously, leading to improved department performance

Maximizes potential of self and colleagues by supporting professional growth and attending and conducting training and orientation sessions

Maintains credentials and continuing education according to professional practice standards and relevant statues and regulations

Coordinates the development and implementation of policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services to meet customer expectations

Develops and maintains cooperative relationships with colleagues as well as external contacts Develops and implements a Joint Protocol specific to their clinical practice area and consults with collaborating physicians as established in the joint protocol

Collaborates with the full interdisciplinary team, including patients and families and all other areas of the organization to ensure the development and implementation of Patient and Family Centered Care practices

Participates in team meetings and conferences when available to enhance an interdisciplinary approach to health care delivery

Participates in the education of students by serving as a lecturer and precepting students in the clinical area

Maintains accurate billing and provides outpatient services to pediatric patients as needed

Identifies knowledge and skill needs through self assessment and annual performance evaluation

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

At 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 Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care / Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

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RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer