Advance Practice Provider (PD) - Neurosciences APP's - NB - New Brunswick, NJ

Job Overview:

The Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for performing duties independently following established and standardized procedures and methods referring questionable situations to physician, within the Neurosurgery department. The APP provides acute care through assessment, diagnosis, clinical judgment and management to restore, maintain and improve the health status of patients. In addition, the APP is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e.damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Required (APN/NP) :

• Current Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of New Jersey is required.
• CDS, DEA, BLS & ACLS Certfications.
• 2-3 years of inpatient, acute care, and neurosurgery experience, collectively.

Required (Physician Assistant) :

• Current Licensure as an Physician Assistant in the State of New Jersey is required.
• CDS, DEA, BLS & ACLS Certfications.
• 2-3 years of inpatient, acute care, and neurosurgery experience, collectively.

Preferred:

• Telephone triage skills required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, including the ability to type and talk at the same time while navigating a Windows environment.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem
• Scheduled as needed.
• Variable shifts.

Essential Functions:

• Candidate must be able to multitask and manage an acute patient load.
• ICU and Floor patient rounding
• Neurosurgical bedside procedures.
• Attending and participation in multidisciplinary rounds.
• Covering Neurosurgical service phone for consults and trauma calls.
• Updating patients and family regarding plans of care.

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)
• Discounts through our partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health 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

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