Description

Job Description

Job Title: PD Nurse Practitioner

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: JCMC Pediatric Hospitalist

Req #: 0000208270

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $57.69 - $91.34 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage 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 Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice registered nurse who provides health care to infants and children.

In collaboration with the Hospitalist Physician the NP has daily responsibility for the assessment and management of patients in high and low acuity.

The Nurse Practitioner practices in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team to provide a continuum of primary, acute and or subspecialty healthcare to their patients.

They enhance the quality of care through education and clinical practice utilizing advanced practice, knowledge and research.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Education and experience in accordance with local, state and federal requirements
• Masters degree in APP studies or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience
• Strong clinical and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Current licensure APRN, RN, CDS and DEA
• Current NRP and BLS certification as required by specialty practice
• Current prescriptive authority per state regulation
• Clinical privileges at healthcare facilities as applicable
• Current APP license and certification from the National Commission on Certification of APPs

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem
• Days

Essential Functions:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and assessments of patients
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions under the supervision of a physician
• Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team
• Perform procedures as necessary
• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families regarding treatment plans and health education
• Stay current with medical best practices, guidelines, and regulations
• Engage in continuing education and professional development activities
• Participate in research or quality improvement projects as directed or needed

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.