APP-Advance Practice Provider (PD Days) Critical Care - RWJUH Somerset

APP-Advance Practice Provider (PD Days) Critical Care - RWJUH Somerset

Job Title: Advance Practice Provider SOM

Location: Rutgers University Medical Grp

Department Name: Critical Care APPs RWJSH

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $56.69 - $91.34 per hour

Job Summary

The APP is an independent health care provider who coordinates inpatient care through collaboration with the Physician for Critical Care patients. The PA or APN provides care in accordance with the objectives policies and procedures of the practice and the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners Physician Assistant Nurse Practitioner Advisory Committee.

Essential Functions

Provides comprehensive critical care services to patients in the ICU and IMCU including assessment diagnosis and management of complex high acuity conditions

Demonstrates strong organizational skills communicates effectively and demonstrates effective time management

Demonstrates effectiveness in coordinating aspects of patient care within a critical care environment

Demonstrates the ability to compassionately interact with patients across different areas of care

Participate in multidisciplinary rounds care planning and family discussions

Performs appropriate interpretation of laboratory and diagnostic testing

Perform and or assist with invasive and noninvasive procedures in accordance with hospital privileges and scope of practice

Thoroughly explains procedures to patients prior to testing

Provides appropriate patient teaching as necessary

Job Requirements APN or PA

Acute care certification preferred

1 to 2 years acute care hospital experience preferred

Current APN or PA certification

Current NJ state license CDS and DEA

Current BLS and ACLS required