Advance Practice Nurse - Public Health
Advance Practice Nurse - Public Health
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Job Description
At Virtua Health we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether thats wellness and prevention experienced specialists life-changing care or something in-between we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.
If you live or work in South Jersey exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14000 colleagues including over 2850 skilled and compassionate doctors physician assistants and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies treatments and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report weve received multiple awards for quality safety and outstanding work environment.
In addition to five hospitals seven emergency departments seven urgent care centers and more than 280 otherlocations were committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program telehealth home health rehabilitation mobile screenings paramedic programs and convenient online scheduling. Were also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences and the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.
Location:
15 Pioneer Blvd PO Box 287Employment Type:
EmployeeEmployment Classification:
RegularTime Type:
Full timeWork Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Total Weekly Hours:
35Additional Locations:
Job Information:
Summary:
Will independently assess diagnose prescribe medications and treat patients according to the established protocols in collaboration with physicians.
The NP will function within the scope of practice as defined by the state nurses practice act delineation of privileges set forth by the practice setting and the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics.
Provide triage referral coordination develops differential diagnosis and individualized care plans along with patient education for specific disease types as appropriate.
Position Responsibilities:
Provides the range of treatment or service needed by the patient based on the patients age specific and acute/chronic or health maintenance needs. This range of treatment includes but is not limited to History and Physicals exams consultations and referrals Ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests. Pharmacologic interventions where clinically indicated will be in accordance with the established joint protocols and APN prescribing guidelines.
Performs therapeutic treatments including but not limited to: wound care suturing performing and assisting with minor office procedures and drain removal.
Administrative responsibilities which may include scheduling surgical cases providing triage orientation of clinical staff precepting of students and call rotation as required based on the practice. Ensures practice compliance in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Displays motivation and initiative in meeting the goals of the practice.
Appropriately documents subjective and objective findings including assessment and plan in the patients medical record. Ensures accurate coding and billing.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary care team to provide each patient and their family the highest quality healthcare. Including assessment of patient/family knowledge and initiation of patient/family education. For uncommon or unstable conditions the NP will participate in the diagnosis with consultation and either refer to a specialist or participate in the dual management and treatment with the collaborating physician.
Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:
Must have excellent clinical judgment communication and interpersonal skills.
Required Education:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Masters Degree in Nursing.
Training/Certifications/Licensure:
Stay current with Medical trends and provide evidence-based practice medicine by completing the required continuing education credits as mandated by state requirement.
Certification as an Advanced Practice Nurse is required.
Current NJ RN license and appropriate Advance Practice licensure for specialty.
BLS certification.
CDS and DEA licensure.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
