Stroke Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Per Diem NIGHT

Neuro Stroke Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Per Diem Night

The neuro stroke acute care nurse practitioner or physician assistant per diem night utilizes a patient-centered coordinated care model, demonstrating competencies in leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision-making. The apn works collaboratively with the practice/hospital team to assess, plan, and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs.

Responsibilities include performing and documenting accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem. Ordering, performing, and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate. Managing general medical and surgical conditions based on comprehensive knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and the indications and contraindications of pharmacologic agents and other treatment modalities. Prescribing medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and nj regulations, providing patient education as needed.

Other duties include seeking opportunities to promote hackensack meridian health (hmh) apn practice recognition (locally, nationally, and internationally) through conferences, publications, and presentations. Providing care that is patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective for the promotion of health and treatment of disease. Practicing as a healthcare provider according to the rules and regulations of the medical staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges. Adhering to hmh nursing protocols, standards of care, and disease-specific quality indicators.

Additional responsibilities include applying evidence-based and value-based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes. Evaluating patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety and self-management promotion for chronic conditions. Demonstrating clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty. Completing medication reconciliations as appropriate.

The role also involves participating in annual apn peer review. Translating `best practice' into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care. Providing culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families. Facilitating consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds.

The neuro stroke acute care nurse practitioner or physician assistant per diem night serves as an advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating issues as appropriate. Serving as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities. Participating in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and workgroups as necessary. Demonstrating the highest level of accountability for professional practice and adhering to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.

Collaborates with medical staff to support nursing-led protocols. Mentors other apns, precepts students in apn programs and participates in educational programs for nursing as a clinical expert. Identifies patient/family educational needs and collaborates to implement appropriate teaching materials. Facilitates and participates in nursing educational programs as a clinical expert. Promotes a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, behavior expectations, values, and pillars. Promotes innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice. Participates in clinical research activities and disseminates findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications. Identifies ethical care issues and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them. Adheres to the legal framework and scope of practice defined by the nj division of consumer affairs, ensuring compliance with all applicable statutes and professional standards. Complies with hmh and department-specific scope of services, policies and procedures as applicable to role. Adheres to hmh organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications include a graduate of an nln/aacn accredited nursing program. A master's or doctorate degree from an accredited nurse practitioner program. Maintaining clinical competencies through continuing education and clinical practice. Experience in a relevant patient care setting (or as regulations dictate). National provider identifier (npi). Prescriptive authority through cds and dea registration according to new jersey state law. Collaborative agreement with physicians on staff. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to microsoft office and/or google suite platforms.

Compensation minimum rate of $75.31 hourly hmh is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the new jersey pay transparency act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

• labor market data: compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
• experience: years of relevant work experience.
• education and certifications: level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
• skills: demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
• geographic location: cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
• internal equity: compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
• budget and grant funding: departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, hmh offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

hackensack meridian health (hmh) is an equal opportunity employer.

all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.