Advanced Practice Nurse- PD Day-Toms River-NJReq #:45354

　　Category:Nurse Practitioner

　　Status:Per Diem

　　Shift:Day

　　Facility:Barnabas Health Medical Group

　　Department:CJ Behavioral

　　Location:

　　Central Jersey Behavioral, 1691 ROUTE 9, TOMSRIVER, NJ 08755

　　Job Summary:

　　This medical APN position is for the 100-bed behavioral health hospital in Toms River.The APP is an independent health care provider who coordinates inpatient and outpatient care through collaboration with the physician . The PA or NP 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:

　　The APP is responsible for assisting the physicians in the office taking H and P administering medications performing physical exams and participating in flow of patients thru the practice

　　The APP will assist physicians with various procedures/surgeries and assist with coordinating the case of the patient

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

　　Demonstrates effectiveness in coordinating aspects of patient care within a surgical health environment

　　Demonstrates strong organizational skills communicates effectively and demonstrates time management

　　Effectively prioritizes work assignments and demonstrates effective communication skills

　　Implements the policies and procedures of the practice Performs assessment and reassessment of the patient according to applicable department standards and identified tools

　　Performs other duties as assigned by the Physician

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

　　Recognizes areas for improvement in divisional policies or patient care initiates change educate all involved in change

　　Regularly communicate 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/NP):

　　Master s degree in Nursing required.

　　Registered Professional Nurse with current NJ state license; CDS and DEA.

　　CPR certification.

　　NP Certification.

　　Three to five years of work experience as a professional nurse.

　　RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer