Job Overview-

The Nurse Practitioner functions as an independent care provider in collaboration with the medical/surgical staff. Their advanced practice is characterized by comprehensive health assessments and management of patients with acute and/or chronic health problems in the peri-operative cardiothoracic surgery setting. This is an inpatient role.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Licensed Registered Nurse in the state of New Jersey.
• Certified Nurse Practitioner in the state of New Jersey.
• Masters prepared in Nursing from an accredited program
• ACLS certified.
• Candidate must have cardiac OR cardiothoracic surgery experience.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Days

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for conducting consults and optimizing patients prior to surgery.
• Managing patients in the post-operative setting.
• Managing patients post TAVR.
• Discharging TAVR patients.
• Obtain patient histories and perform physical examination.
• Write admitting orders, routine orders and daily progress notes as indicated.
• Assess and manage pre- and post-operative conditions as well as common health problems.
• Order and evaluate pertinent diagnostic tests including but not limited to; Radiology, laboratories and ECG s.
• Prescribe pharmacological agents and non-pharmacological treatments for appropriate medical conditions.
• Educate patients and/or families regarding disease process, medical and surgical intervention and health promotion.
• Document patient teaching.
• Refers and communicates pertinent abnormalities to surgical director/medical specialist.
• Removal of invasive drains, lines and catheters, debridement of superficial wound, and perform arterial blood gases.
• Serves as a resource for nursing and ancillary staff in regards to patient and disease management.
• Facilitate practices that are in compliance with PRO-NJ and JCAHO requirements.

At 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 more

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a 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 Employer