Job Overview-
The Physician Assistant or Advanced Nurse Practitioner - Advance Practice Provider is responsible for performing duties independently following established and standardized procedures and methods referring questionable situations to the designated physician,
The PA/APN provides acute health care through assessment, diagnosis, clinical judgment and management to restore, maintain and improve the health status of patients,
Qualifications:
Required:
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Certification highly preferred.
Current license as a registered professional nurse in the State of New Jersey with Certification by the New Jersey Board of Nursing as an Advanced Practice Nurse. Master degree in nursing required. Current NJ state license; CDS and DEA.
OR Current license as a registered Physician Assistant in the state of New Jersey with Certification by the NCCPA. Graduate of an AMA accredited physician assistant (PA) program AND licensed by the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners/Physician Assistant Advisory required. CPR Certification
.Acute Care Setting Experience
Preferred:
Scheduling Requirements:
Essential Functions:
Assists physician by recording patient progress notes, issues diagnostic orders, and transcribes orders,
Assists with various counseling and education functions,
Billing for patient services based on CMS and NJ State Board Regulations,
Demonstrates satisfactory knowledge and judgment to provide appropriate care for patients,
Develops plan of care for patients in coordination with multidisciplinary team and completes appropriate reports to physicians and family,
Documents and maintains patient records of services provided according to facility and nursing standards,
Establishes a collaborative relationship with other medical providers,
Examines patients to determine presence of illness, utilizing physical findings, laboratory results, medical history, ascertains nature and extent of illness and prescribes treatments as indicated,
Interviews, instructs and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention,
Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions,
Issues prescriptions to patients based on Federal & State Regulations,
Orders and reviews appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures,
Reviews all lab data and documents,
Participates in the development of protocols,
Performs and obtains a completed medical history and physical data on patients with appropriate documentation and findings,
Performs independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations,
Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits,
Responsible for coordinating nursing and training programs on compliant for policies such as HIPPA, OSHA, Code of Conduct,
Responsible for maintaining the quality and adequacy of nursing practice,
Reviews and audits charts routinely,
Sutures wounds, incise and drains wounds, repairs lacerations,
Works in collaboration with a physician to diagnose conditions as necessary,
Additional Information:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
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
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
