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Observation Unit Advanced Practice Provider Evening Per Diem

Association of Clinicians for the Underserved, Edison, NJ, United States


Overview
The Observation Unit Advanced Practice Provider utilizes a patient-centered coordinated care model, demonstrating competencies in leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision-making. The APN or PA works collaboratively with the practice/hospital team to assess, plan, and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs. The position will cover multiple cardiac service lines where needed (Observation, HF/MI, and Cath lab).

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of experience in an acute care setting (hospital-based experience) required

Cardiology experience strongly preferred

Current APP licensure and certification (ACNP or PA) in good standing

Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills

Excellent communication skills, proven team player, ability to multitask and prioritize, and proactive and creative problem-solver with a focus on process improvement, care coordination, and patient-centered solutions.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program.

Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.

Maintains clinical competencies through continuing education and clinical practice.

Experience in a relevant patient care setting (or as regulations dictate).

National Provider Identifier (NPI).

Prescriptive authority through CDS and DEA registration according to New Jersey state law.

Collaborative agreement with physicians on staff.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Licenses and Certifications Required

NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License.

New Jersey Advance Practice Nurse License.

BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Board certified by AANP or ANCC.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.

Required Qualifications (PA)

Successful completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education.

Current, unrestricted New Jersey Physician Assistant License.

Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Preferred Qualifications (PA)

Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Evenings, per diem

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