What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant (PA)/Nurse Practitioner (APRN)- Vascular Surgery position at Englewood Hospital?
Englewood Health, a leading healthcare system comprising Englewood Hospital and the Englewood Health Physician Network, is committed to delivering exceptional patient care across northern New Jersey. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member can bring their skills, creative ideas, positive approaches, and a commitment to excellence. Join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of transforming the lives of the patients and communities we serve.
Englewood Health Medical Center (EHMC) is seeking a full-time **Nurse Practitioner (APRN)** or **Physician Assistant (PA)** to join our dedicated and growing vascular surgery team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal skills, meticulous documentation, and clinical expertise to support high-quality patient care.
Primary Responsibilities
Englewood Health Medical Center (EHMC) is seeking a full-time **Nurse Practitioner (APRN)** or **Physician Assistant (PA)** to join our dedicated and growing vascular surgery team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal skills, meticulous documentation, and clinical expertise to support high-quality patient care.
Primary Responsibilities
- Conducts and documents comprehensive medical histories and physical examinations for patients in consultation.
- Performs clinical assessments for post-operative vascular surgery patients, including wound assessments, suture removals, dressing changes, and follow-up visits.
- Orders and documents pre-admission testing; provides thorough peri-operative counseling and pre-operative education as needed.
- Communicates effectively with referring and consulting physicians, ensuring coordinated patient care.
- Responds to patient and family inquiries, as well as questions from visiting nurses and acute/sub-acute facilities regarding vascular surgery care plans.
- Renews prescription medications, facilitates outpatient testing, and assists with disability forms when required.
- Department:** Vascular Surgery
- Location:** Englewood, NJ
- Status:** Full-Time
- Hours:** 9AM-5PM
- **Experience:** 1-2 years in vascular surgery preferred; office experience is advantageous.
- **Education:** Master's Degree required.
- **Licenses/Certifications:**
- For Nurse Practitioner (APRN): Current NJ Advanced Practice Nurse License, BLS and ACLS certifications, CDS and DEA licenses.
- For Physician Assistant (PA): Current NJ PA license, NCCPA certification, BLS and ACLS certifications, CDS and DEA licenses.
