Advanced Practice Nurse-FT Days-Geriatrics Institute MSC-Lakewood -New Jersey

Company: RWJBarnabas Health
Location: Bloomingdale
Posted on: May 24, 2025

Job Description:

Req #: 0000199898Category: MiscellaneousStatus: Full-TimeShift: DayFacility: Barnabas Health Medical GroupDepartment: Geriatrics Institute MSCLocation:MMC Southern Campus, 600 RIVER AVE, LAKEWOOD, NJ 07470Job OverviewThe Nurse Practitioner is responsible for performing duties independently following established and standardized procedures and methods referring questionable situations to physicians. The NP provides primary health care through assessment, diagnosis, clinical judgment and management to restore, maintain and improve the health status of patients. This is for Monday-Friday ,830- 5 in Lakewood, NJ.QualificationsRequired:

• Master s degree in Nursing required.
• Registered Professional Nurse with current NJ state license; CDS and DEA.
• CPR certification.
• NP Certification.Preferred
  • Work experience as a professional nurse.Scheduling Requirements
    • Full Time
    • Day
    • 40 hoursEssential Functions
      • Examines patients to determine presence of illness, utilizing physical findings, laboratory results, medical history, ascertains nature and extent of illness and prescribes treatments as indicated.
      • Assists with various counseling and education functions.
      • Billing for patient services based on CMS and NJ State Board Regulations.
      • Demonstrates satisfactory knowledge and judgment to provide appropriate care for patients.
      • Develops plan of care for patients in coordination with multidisciplinary team and completes appropriate reports to physicians and family.
      • Documents and maintains patient records of services provided according to facility and nursing standards.
      • Establishes a collaborative relationship with other medical providers.
      • Interviews, instructs and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
      • Issues prescriptions to patients based on Federal & State Regulations.
      • Orders and reviews appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures. Reviews all lab data and documents.
      • Participates in the development of protocols.
      • Performs and obtains a completed medical history and physical data on patients with appropriate documentation and findings.
      • Performs independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations.
      • Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.
      • Responsible for coordinating nursing and training programs on compliant for policies such as HIPAA, OSHA, Code of Conduct.
      • Responsible for maintaining the quality and adequacy of nursing practice.
      • Participates in Peer review as needed
      • Works in collaboration with a physician to diagnose conditions as necessary.Additional InformationAt 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 Insurance
        • Dental and Vision Insurance
        • Retirement Plans
        • Short & Long Term Disability
        • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
        • Tuition Reimbursement
        • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
        • Wellness Programs
        • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
        • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and moreChoosing RWJBarnabas Health!RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while deliveringa 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.Equal Opportunity EmployerRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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