Saint Peter's Healthcare System Somerset , NJ 08873
Posted 6 days ago
Advanced Practice Nurse
Gynecology Surgical
Saint Peter's is the 5th hospital worldwide to earn Magnet status SIX times in a row. Our team of award-winning nurses is growing, and we are looking for talented, compassionate RNs to join our team.
In accordance with professional Advance Practice Nurse standards and physician collaboration, coordinates care of the adult medical patient, develops treatment plans, provides treatment as indicated, and monitors clinical activities. Uses evidence-based guidelines for care. Utilizes effective communication methods to ensure interdisciplinary collaboration and patient support/advocacy. Maintains a culturally sensitive and customer focused manner to promote patient satisfaction.
The Advanced Practice Nurse
Saint Peter's University Hospital is seeking a full-time Outpatient- Advanced Nurse Practitioner for its GYN Surgery and Urogynecology practice.
The Advanced Practice Nurse will be an integral part of the health care team, working with physicians, nurses and nursing or medical assistants to provide comprehensive high-quality ambulatory care, as appropriate to the ages of the patient's growth and development through the life cycle factors.
Provide direct patient care, within the limits prescribed by training, and in consultation with a supervising physician
Manage basic preoperative issues such as wound assessment, medications, and pain control
Assist with evaluating and managing post-op patients
Assist with patient flow by seeing patients as requested by the attending physician
Assist with patient follow-up
Review routine laboratory reports for abnormalities, notify responsible clinician according to degree of urgency
When appropriate, prescribe medication as needed
Document all aspects of patient care promptly
Complete in accordance with practice guidelines, within 24 hours of patient care.
Handle disability paperwork.
Demonstrate competency in knowledge and skill necessary to provide care to provide care to specific age-related populations
Maintain CPR review certification on an annual basis as evidenced by a valid card.
Attend all mandatory in-service updates as required
Attend at least the minimum required continuing education programs per year, needed for maintenance of certification and licensure
Opportunity Highlights
Vacation time plus holiday and sick time
401K with a generous match of 5%
Collegial, supportive environment, filled with experience and expertise
Supportive leadership and administration: allowing for transparency and the open exchange of ideas
Community Highlights
Thriving area that has experienced a dramatic transformation in the past few decades. New Brunswick's robust downtown area, sitting along the Raritan River, provides a walkable, urban setting with bustling restaurants, bars, grocery stores, arts, entertainment, and it's the home of Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey.
Enjoy fine cuisine as you walk these historical streets
Home to several theatres including the State Theatre, museums, and local markets
Centrally located with access to access to New York City and Philadelphia
Requirements:
Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of New Jersey
Current Advance Practice Nursing licensure in the State of New Jersey
Current CDS and DEA required
Master's degree in nursing required
Two (2) years' experience in specialty strongly preferred
Certified as a nurse practitioner in the State of New Jersey within area of specialty
BLS certification, as approved by the American Heart Association
Schedule: Full Time, Monday-Friday, 5 8hour shifts. Working at 2 locations, Somerset and New Brunswick
Grade 132
Saint Peter's Healthcare System