Advanced Practice Providers - FT Day Cardiac CBMC

Req #: 0000253364 Category: Nurse Practitioner Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Facility: Barnabas Health Medical Group Department: Cardiac APPs - CBMC Pay Range: $125,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year Location: 94 OLD SHORT HILLS RD, LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039 Job Title: Advanced Practice Providers (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) Reports to: Director of Cardiac APPs, Northern Department of Cardiac Surgery Position Summary Cooperman Barnabas is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Coronary Care Unit (CCU) team. This is a full-time position, including coverage on weekends, nights, and holidays. The APP will work under the supervision of the CCU intensivist, managing critically ill patients with complex cardiac conditions in a 10‑bed specialized unit. Key Responsibilities Perform history and physicals, comprehensive assessments and manage the care of critically ill cardiac patients in the CCU. Develop a plan of care in collaboration with the CCU multidisciplinary team (intensivist, attending cardiologist, medical resident, cardiology fellow, and CCU nurses) to develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans. Manage acute and chronic cardiac conditions such as acute coronary syndrome, heart failure, cardiac arrhythmias, cardiogenic shock, post‑operative cardiac surgery recovery and mechanical circulatory support devices (e.g., IABP, Impella, ECMO, etc.). Order and interpret diagnostic tests, medications, and perform advanced procedures within scope of practice and institutional protocols. Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly. Participate in daily CCU rounds and assist with rapid response and code situations. Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, families, and other team members, providing education and support throughout the care continuum. Ensure timely and accurate documentation of clinical encounters, progress notes, orders, and care plans in the electronic medical record (EMR) as well as entry of procedural and time‑based evaluation/management codes. Contribute to unit‑based quality improvement initiatives and clinical research as appropriate. Comply with hospital policies, procedures, and all regulatory requirements. Qualifications Master’s or doctorate degree in Nursing (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) Studies from an accredited program. Active license and board certification in the state of New Jersey (NP: ACNP or FNP or PA-C). Active DEA and CDS registration. ACLS and BLS certification required. Experience in a critical care or cardiac ICU setting; new graduates are welcome to apply. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, high‑acuity environment. Benefits 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) Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr RWJBarnabas Health