Advanced Practice Nurse - OBGYN & Pediatrics

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ

2d•$136,294 - $180,084•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) is a skilled health provider who, through a written collaborative practice agreement with a physician, is credentialed through the Medical Staff Office. As a member of the Medical Staff, the APN demonstrates standards of professional practice that include ethical decision making, job activities related to quality assessment/improvement, self-evaluation, leadership, and research. The APN is self-directed and purposeful in seeking necessary knowledge and skills to develop and maintain competency. In this role, with a specialized focus on prenatal patients, the APN will utilize critical judgment in the performance of comprehensive health assessments, differential diagnosis, and the prescribing of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments in the direct management of patients diagnosed with a variety of Medical/Psychiatric conditions/diseases. The APN practice will promote maternal and fetal wellness through patient education, preventative care, and participation in research initiatives. Functioning both autonomously and as part of an interdisciplinary team, the APN serves as a clinical resource and consultant, supporting coordinated care across the prenatal continuum.

Requirements

A current Registered/Professional Nurse license and registration in the State of New Jersey is required.
Completion of a master’s degree program, MSN – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (MSN-PMHNP) or Post Master’s Degree Certification and eligible for certification by a national certifying body.
Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, and creative problem solving are essential.
A minimum of two (2) years of clinical nursing experience and current BLS certification are required.
Current NJ License and Registration
Certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse, by the Board of Nursing, with specialization as indicated
BLS

Responsibilities

Collects comprehensive patient health data/history including past and present medical, surgical, family and social history. Diagnostic tests and procedures relevant to the patient’s status are collected and interpreted.
Completes the medication reconciliation process by documenting the current list of medications (including over the counter and nutritional supplements) taken by patient at each visit.
Conducts clinical rounds on F-Green, Labor & Delivery, Outpatient Pediatrics and OB/GYN units. Proactively identifies patients with elevated maternal depression or psychiatric risk factors and ensures comprehensive pre-discharge engagement.
Provides medical and psychiatric care to patients on the Inpatient unit, in the ED, on medical floors and/or in the Outpatient Clinics.
Provides education to patients and families to maximize their utilization of insurance, resources, and physician recommended care practices to improve overall quality of life.
Monitors intended and potential side effects of medications and treatments ordered and will offer appropriate, accepted interventions.
Provides monitoring and continuity of care between departments/services; collaborates with Clinical Care Coordinators, Patient Navigators, and medical staff to coordinate continuity of care.