Category: Nurse Practitioner
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Barnabas Health Medical Group
Department: JCMC Medical Oncology
Location: 355 Grand Street , NJ, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Job Title: Advanced Practice Nurse
Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group
Department Name: JCMC Medical Oncology
Req #: 0000207000
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary 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.
Schedule & Location
Jersey City Medical Center - Medical Oncology
Mon-Fri
8-4:30
Job Overview:
The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for performing duties independently following established and standardized procedures and methods referring questionable situations to physicians.
The NP provides primary healthcare through assessment, diagnosis, clinical judgment and management to restore, maintain and improve the health status of patients.
In addition, the NP is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments and medical errors.
Job Requirements:
Master's degree in Nursing requiredRegistered Professional Nurse with current NJ state license, CDS and DEACPR certificationNP CertificationBilingual strongly preferredEssential Functions:
Administers injections, immunizations and oral medications, starts IVAssists physician by recording patient progress notes, issues diagnostic orders, and transcribes ordersAssists with various counseling and education functionsBilling for patient services based on CMS and NJ State Board RegulationsDemonstrates satisfactory knowledge and judgment to provide appropriate care for patientsDevelops plan of care for patients in coordination with multidisciplinary team and completes appropriate reports to physicians and familyDocuments and maintains patient records of services provided according to facility and nursing standardsEstablishes a collaborative relationship with other medical providersExamines patients to determine presence of illness, utilizing physical findings, laboratory results, medical history, ascertains nature and extent of illness and prescribes treatments as indicatedInterviews, instructs and advises patients regarding health and illness preventionInstructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructionsIssues prescriptions to patients based on Federal & State RegulationsOrders and reviews appropriate laboratory and diagnostic proceduresReviews all lab data and documentsParticipates in the development of protocolsPerforms and obtains a completed medical history and physical data on patients with appropriate documentation and findingsPerforms independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situationsProvides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visitsResponsible for coordinating nursing and training programs on compliant for policies such as HIPPA, OSHA, Code of ConductResponsible for maintaining the quality and adequacy of nursing practiceReviews and audits charts routinelySutures wounds, incise and drains wounds, repairs lacerationsWorks in collaboration with a physician to diagnose conditions as necessary,Additional Information:
Benefits and Perks:
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 InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,
high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering
a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
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RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer