Physician Assistant Nurse Practitioner MICU SICU Nights
RIVERVIEW MEDICAL CENTER, Borough of Red Bank, New Jersey
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* Requisition # 2024-151625
* Shift: Night
* Status: Full Time with Benefits
Overview
The Riverview Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner assists, monitors, and manages the day-to-day needs of patients as requested by, in conjunction with, and under the supervision of a physician. Performs the duties and responsibilities of a Physician Assistant according to customary and generally accepted medical standards.
Shift Needed
Previous acute/care ICU experience required.
* 8pm-6am, 4 days per week
* The PA or NP will cover ICU/SDU. No OR coverage.
* Manage ICU and step-down areas; assist with overnight admissions.
* Collaborate with the on-call ICU intensivist.
Responsibilities
* Obtain detailed and accurate patient histories, identify problems, and present information to the supervising physician.
* Chart via written, dictation, or electronic means: admission notes, history and physicals, consultations, daily encounter notes, urgent evaluations, minor procedures, and post-operative notes.
* Prescribe medications in accordance with laws and regulations under supervision of a licensed physician, with approval from the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners. Sign prescriptions with own name and license number, as well as supervising physician’s.
* Assist supervising surgeon in the operating room when a second assistant is necessary.
* Assist in procedure rooms when a qualified physician is present and a second assistant is not needed.
* Write post-operative/post-procedure notes and orders for the supervising physician.
* Manage post-procedure patient care as requested by the primary physician.
* Perform IV starts, Foley catheter and nasogastric tube insertions, irrigate Foley catheters, order blood transfusions, venipuncture, and debridements.
* Exhibit organizational, communication, leadership skills, initiative, accountability, judgment, and decision-making.
* Assist physicians with office functions, manage prescription prior authorizations, and resolve patient message issues requiring clinical support.
* Participate in research trials, collecting and entering data.
* Adapt care to meet the needs of diverse patient populations, communicating effectively at their level.
* Serve as a resource to healthcare personnel and participate in educational programs.
* Greet patients and visitors courteously, making them feel welcome.
* Adhere to hospital standards, safety policies, and organizational competencies.
* Perform other duties or projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
* Completion of an approved Physician Assistant program accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education.
Licenses and Certifications Required
* Physician Assistant License
* Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification
Additional Qualifications
* Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program
* Master’s Degree
* Maintain clinical competencies through continuing education and practice as mandated.
* Experience in relevant patient care settings or as regulated.
Preferred Qualifications
* Master’s Prepared Advanced Practice Nurse
* Minimum of 3 years professional experience
* Strong organizational and computer skills
* Effective communication skills
* Emotional intelligence, critical thinking, interpersonal skills
* Ability to adapt to changing priorities
* Valid driver’s license
Additional Licenses and Certifications
* NJ State Registered Nurse License
* Advanced Practice Nurse Certification (with Master’s Degree)
* AHA Basic Health Care Life Support (BLS) Certification
* CPR certification (preferred)
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Hackensack Meridian Health. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to various protected statuses.
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