Advanced Practice Nurse OBGYN & Pediatrics

Title

Advanced Practice Nurse - OBGYN & Pediatrics
ID

Job Locations

US-NJ-Newark
Category

CRNA-APNs-PA (mid levels)
Type

Regular Full-Time
Location : Location

US-NJ-Newark
Job Post Information* : External Company Name

University Hospital Newark NJ
Job Post Information* : External Company URL

Location : Postal Code

07103
Location : Address

150 Bergen St
Telecommute

No

What Youll Do

• As a member of the Medical Staff the Advanced Practice Nurse demonstrates standards of professional practice that includes ethical decision making job activities related to quality assessment/improvement self-evaluation leadership and research.
• Joint Protocols are reviewed through an annual Collaborative Practice Agreement with the Collaborating Physician and signed by both parties.
• Obtains informed consents.
• Collects comprehensive client health data/history and physicals; diagnostic tests and procedures relevant to the patients status is initiated and interpreted.
• Completes the medication reconciliation process.
• Critically analyzes the assessment data/diagnostic tests and determines a diagnosis.
• Develops a comprehensive plan of care that includes interventions of treatments to attain outcomes.
• Individualizes expected outcomes with the patient and health care team as appropriate.
• Prescribes/and or orders medications and devices on a New Jersey Prescription Blank signs his/her name to the prescription certification number and prints his/her name.
• Monitors intended and potential side effects of medications/treatments ordered.
• Provides comprehensive clinical coordination of care and case management negotiated with client appropriate systems agencies and providers.
• Provides health promotion and disease/illness/injury prevention. Focus on high-risk antenatal issues such as diabetes hypertension infection and other identified risks.
• Identifies the need for additional care and makes referral as needed.
• Evaluates the patients progress in attaining expected outcomes. Monitors patient home progress with plan of care for disorders.
• Provides follow-up care.
• Uses Centering model for development of group high risk antenatal care and post-partum follow up.
• Uses UH primary care as a way to refer to ongoing primary care.
• Documents assessment prescribing plan modifications to plan and evaluation of care in the appropriate designated chart/form/electronic record.
• Completes forms used to prepare bills and claims if appropriate.
• Triages patient problems via telephone calls.
• Manages medical emergencies according to protocol/policy.
• Provides monitoring and continuity of care between health care settings; collaborates with Nursing Case Management and Medical staff to coordinate care continuity.
• Provides patient and family counseling and reassurance in response to psychological or psychosocial issues.
• Participates in research studies and grant proposals. Participates in presentations and publications.
• Participates in performance improvement activities; implements changes as identified.
• Participates in formal and informal instruction of medical students nursing students and other health professionals.
• Understands and adheres to University Hospitals compliance standards as they appear in University Hospitals Corporate Compliance Policy Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal state and University Hospital regulations laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.

What Youll Bring

Required:

• A current Registered/Professional Nurse license and registration in the State of New Jersey is required.
• Completion of an educational program which is designed and conducted to prepare graduates to practice as an NP/APN with a masters degree in nursing and eligible for certification by a national certifying body.
• Certified Diabetic Care and Education Specialist Certification currently or within first 6 months of hire (9-week course testing and clinical hours).
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills effective communication skills and creative problem solving are essential.
• A minimum of two (2) years experience of clinical nursing experience with maternal child patients and experience working with diabetic patients.
• Current BLS certification are required
• Knowledge and experience in obstetrics and gynecology strongly preferred. Participation in pertinent professional and/or specialty organizations preferred.

Credential Required :

• Current NJ License and Registration
• Certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse by the Board of Nursing with specialization as indicated
• BLS Certification.
• Certified Diabetic Care and Education Specialist Certification currently or within first 6 months of hire (9-week course testing and clinical hours).

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation

In compliance with New Jerseys Pay Transparency Act the salary range for this position is US/07S: $136294 - $155115.29 - $180084.03. University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position the candidates relevant work experience education and training key skills internal equity market data and organizational needs. The expected salary range for this position is in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nations leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients regardless of their financial situation.

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We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community wed love to meet you.

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