Nurse Practitioner

Job Summary :

The Advance Practice Provider is a vital member of our Rapid Response team who works collaboratively with the medical and bedside nursing staff in order to appropriately respond to an acute change in patient status, including an adult medical alert. The advance practice provider performs a comprehensive health assessments and management of patients with acute health problems. Obtain patient histories and perform physical examination . Writing orders and progress notes as indicated. Assess and manage common health problems. Order and evaluate pertinent diagnostic tests including but not limited to : Radiology , laboratories and ECGs . Prescribe pharmacological agents and non-pharmacological treatments for appropriate medical conditions. Educate patients and / or families regarding disease process, medical intervention and health promotion. Document patient teaching and patient discharge summaries as needed. Refers and communicates pertinent abnormalities to primary medical team. Serves as a resource for nursing and ancillary staff in regards to patient and disease management. Address any clinical patient care issues, concerns and follow up as needed. Actively participates in sepsis reduction program. Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirement :

• Critical care experience preferred
• Licensed Registered Nurse in the state or New Jersey.
• Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of New Jersey.
• Masters prepared in Nursing from an accredited program
• CDS , DEA, BLS ACLS certified.
• ENLS and NIHSS   required within the first year of hire

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