APP-Advanced Practice Provider (PD Nights) Critical Care - RWJUH Somerset

Job Title: Advance Practice Provider -SOM

Location: Rutgers University Medical Grp

Department Name: Critical Care APPs RWJSH

Req #: 0000222230

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $57.69 - $91.34 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

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

Demonstrates an ability to organize and achieve quality performance in new routine

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

Performs admission assessments and appropriate treatment for patients

Rounds daily with attending physician on unit

Performs appropriate interpretation of laboratory and diagnostic testing

Performs bedside procedures such as central lines arterial lines etc

Demonstrates strong organizational skills communicates effectively and demonstrates time management

Performs duties with minimal supervision and coordinates care with the physician case managers and other consulting providers

Demonstrates effective communication organizational and time management skills

Implements the policies and procedures of the practice

Performs assessment and reassessment of the patient according to applicable department standards and identified tools

The ability to compassionately interact with patients across different areas of care

Recognizes areas for improvement in policies or patient care initiates change and educates all involved in change

Regularly communicates with nursing leadership and staff concerning patient care issues

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