Nurse Practitioner (FT Days) Critical Care - CBMC

Nurse Practitioner (FT Days) Critical Care - CBMC Req #: 0000250725 Category: Nurse Practitioner Status: Full‑Time Shift: Day Facility: Barnabas Health Medical Group Department: Other APPs - CBMC Pay Range: $125,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year Location: 94 Old Short Hills Rd, Livingston, NJ 07039 Section I: Job Identification Company Name: Barnabas Health Medical Group Job Code: S0143 Job Title: Nurse Practitioner - CBMC Dept/CC#: 1001229 Department Name: Other APP's - CBMC Reports To: APP Director Section II: Summary of Job Function Organize and administer individualized age‑specific professional care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital in support of medical care. Supports the philosophy, objectives, and mission and vision of Saint Barnabas Medical Center and the Department of Nursing. Practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nurses, Department of Health Regulations, JCAHO requirements and other regulatory agencies. Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning. Participates in Unit Performance Improvement evaluation activities. Section III: Job Qualifications/Education/Training/Certification/Licensure Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing, certified as an Advanced Practice nurse in pediatrics in the State of New Jersey. CPON certification within 1 year of hire, PALS certification, Chemotherapy certification. Current New Jersey RN licensure required. Completion of all orientation requirements of Saint Barnabas Medical Center. Successful completion of all orientation programs. Work Environment and Hazards Hazards include risk of exposure to communicable disease and risk of physical injury from lifting patients and operation of equipment and from exposure to caustic substances. Special Physical Demands Must meet requirements of the ADA. Work Contact Group All patient‑related hospital departments, patients, families, visitors, nursing personnel and medical staff. Section 1: Job‑Specific Requirements of Position Complies with Medication Reconciliation policy. Complies with unit and departmental scheduling guidelines. Delegates and prioritizes work assignments according to the individual associate's competence and patient care needs. Demonstrates proper procedure for care and maintenance of central lines: flushing, blood draws and dressing changes. Demonstrates the ability to recognize hematological and oncological emergencies, and takes appropriate action when one occurs. Develops, implements and evaluates a comprehensive plan of care for daily management of hematology/oncology patients: sickle cell crisis, chemotherapy, fever/neutropenia. Evaluates effectiveness, interventions and revises plan of care accordingly. Implements the policies of the hospital and Nursing Department. Initiates, maintains and monitors chemotherapy, observing for side effects and biohazardous exposure. Manages pediatric conditions and illnesses, acute and chronic with medical collaboration. Performs assessment and reassessment of patients according to applicable department standards and identified tools. Performs interventions in accordance with current policy and procedure, safety guidelines and infection control principles. Prescribes medications and therapy according to State of New Jersey and according to protocols sent forth in collaborative agreement. Provides accurate and concise information when recording inpatient patient activity to assure continuity of care between inpatient and outpatient visits. Provides patient/family education and documents the same. Sets goals and formulates appropriate multidisciplinary interventions to meet these goals. Transmits pertinent patient information to appropriate individuals (i.e., MD, supervisor, discharge planner, etc.). Uses an understanding of the principles of acute and chronic pain management to assess each patient's individual needs and provide appropriate and specific treatment and care. Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's age‑specific needs and provide age‑specific and care. Utilizes the nursing process with a multidisciplinary approach in the delivery of patient care. Section 2: Universal Behavioral Competency Standards Customer Service/Patient Satisfaction – Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service. Confidentiality – Adheres to patient rights: provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records. Professionalism – Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, co‑workers and supervisors. Communication – Listens and communicates effectively. Teamwork – Supports teamwork by cooperative problem‑solving through participation in meetings, projects, etc. Quality/Performance Improvement – Utilizes principles of continuous quality improvement in all work situations to assess, measure and improve organizational and department functions. Autonomy – Organizes work, sets priorities with a minimum of supervision and seeks guidance as appropriate. Accountability – Makes decisions that are timely and consistent with department, objectives, policies and procedures. Ownership – Demonstrates sound judgment; accepts and benefits from constructive criticism. Professional Development Job Awareness – Participates in ongoing education as required. Section 3: Unit/ Dept, Unit/Dept Specific Competencies – ADA Requirements. Maximum Lifting and Carrying Tasks. Benefits At RWJBarnabas Health, our market‑competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health. 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) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr