RNFA APN or Physician Assistant Head & Neck Oncology/ENT

The ENT Head and Neck Oncology Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) with RNFA or Physician Assistant 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. Operating time is part of this position. APNs must have RNFA certification. Physician Assistants will surgery experience will be considered. M-F mix of OR, inpatient and outpatient Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 1. Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program. 2. Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. 3. Maintains clinical competencies through continuing education and clinical practice. 4. Experience in a relevant patient care setting (or as regulations dictate). 5. National Provider Identifier (NPI). 6. Prescriptive authority through CDS and DEA registration according to New Jersey state law. 7. Collaborative agreement with physicians on staff. 8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 9. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms. Licenses and Certifications Required: 1. NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License. 2. Advance Practice Nurse License. 3. BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification. 4. Board certified by AANP or ANCC. 5. AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification. 6. RNFA cert. Required Qualifications Education: Successful completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education. NICU fellowship Licensure & Certifications: Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant License. Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA). Skills & Abilities: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with computer platforms, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.