Advanced Practice Nurse (FT) Days Critical Care APPs Somerset

Job Summary:

The APP is an independent health care provider who coordinates emergent inpatient care through collaboration with the attending Physician. The PA or APN provides care in accordance with the objectives policies and procedures of the practice and the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner Advisory Committee.

Job Requirements:

• Acute care certification preferred
• FCCS certification preferred
• 1-2 years acute care hospital experience preferred
• Current APN or PA certification
• Current NJ state license, CDS and DEA
• Current BLS/ACLS required

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Day Shift
• 40 hours

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates an ability to organize and achieve quality performance in new routine
• Demonstrates effectiveness in coordinating aspects of patient care
• Performs appropriate assessments and treatment for patients
• Performs appropriate interpretation of laboratory/diagnostic testing
• Performs basic bedside procedures such as central line removal, feeding tube insertion, rhino rocket insertion, etc.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills, communicates effectively and demonstrates time management
• Performs duties independently and coordinates care with the bedside nurse, attending physician, and other consulting providers.
• T he ability to compassionately interact with patients across different areas of care
• R ecognizes areas for improvement in policies or patient care, initiates change and educates all involved in change
• R egularly communicates with nursing staff concerning patient care issues
• Th oroughly explains procedures to patients prior to testing
• P rovides appropriate patient teaching as necessary
• Ability to perform proper medical clearances for inpatient psychiatric patients

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.