Advanced Practice Nurse-FT Days-RWJMS Urology- New Brunswick-NJ

Job Summary:

The APN participates in a collegial relationship with the physicians, nurses and other health care professionals,

Provides care to urology patients needing ongoing clinical supervision, surveillance, pre and post-operative care,

Works with Urologists to ensure all care is provided based on evidence-based medicine and established standards of care.

Job Requirements:

• Physician Assistant Certification or Nurse Practitioner Certification in New Jersey.
• Registration & Licensure by the New Jersey State Board.
• Basic Life Support (BLS);
• Advanced Life Support (ACLS)
• Surgical experience preferred
• Although not required, fluency in Spanish, and other languages is a plus.

Scheduling requirements:

• 4 10 hour days

Essential Functions:

• The APN is responsible for assisting the Physician in the office, taking H&Ps, administering medications, performing physical exams, and participating in flow of patients thru the practice.
• The APN will assist the physicians with various procedures/surgeries and assist with coordinating the case of the patient.
• The APN may assist the physician with surgeries (training will be provided if needed).
• Demonstrates an ability to organize and achieve quality performance in new routine.
• Demonstrates effectiveness in coordinating aspects of patient care.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills, communicates effectively. Organizes daily schedule and demonstrates time management.
• Effectively prioritizes work assignments and demonstrates effective communication skills.
• Implements the policies and procedures of the practice. Performs assessment and reassessment of the patient according to applicable department standards and identified tools.
• Manages time to meet the needs of the Lab. Possesses good working knowledge of scheduling and procedure prioritization to minimize delays and ensure completion of daily work schedule
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Physician
• Recognizes areas for improvement in divisional policies or patient care; initiates change; educate all involved in change
• Regularly communicates with physicians, APN, and staff concerning patient care issues
• Thoroughly explains procedures to patients prior to testing
• Provides appropriate patient teaching as necessary

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