Nurse Practitioner - Palliative Care - Brooklyn - 10 hr Days NP Palliative Care Certification required

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

1d • $151,531 - $182,031

About The Position

NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is hiring a Nurse Practitioner in Palliative Care. The role requires palliative care certification at the time of hire. The Nurse Practitioner provides, coordinates, and assures comprehensive nursing care using the nursing process and applicable standards; diagnoses illnesses and physical conditions; and performs therapeutic, corrective, and prescriptive measures for a designated inpatient or outpatient population under a collaborative practice agreement with a specific NYU Hospitals Center physician.

The position collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and an interdisciplinary team to develop and carry out individualized plans of care, support continuity of care, communicate with patients’ families and other care providers, and promote quality, effective, and cost-conscious outcomes. The Nurse Practitioner also contributes to research, quality improvement, education, and professional practice development.

Requirements

• Current New York State Professional Nurse registration.
• Registration as a Nurse Practitioner in New York State.
• Master’s degree in Nursing.
• Nurse Practitioner certification by ANCC or board certification from another specialty organization certifying Nurse Practitioners in a clinical practice area; the posting states certification is required as soon as feasible following graduation from an NP graduate program.
• Palliative care certification is required at the time of hire.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS or PALS) through the American Heart Association, or Neonatal Resuscitation certification (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics; may be required depending on selected privileges.
• At least five years of clinical nursing practice caring for the patient population served, with ability to apply the nursing process toward organized outcomes addressing patient and family safety and satisfaction.
• Previous experience as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, creative problem-solving ability, critical thinking, and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate group processes and collaborate cohesively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to serve as an effective change agent.
• Physical stamina, manual dexterity, and visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities.
• Membership in professional specialty organizations.

Responsibilities

• Apply the organization’s Service Standards while performing position responsibilities.
• Monitor and trend cost effectiveness, efficiency, and service performance indicators.
• Assist with preparing, implementing, and evaluating research protocols when applicable.
• Collaborate with nursing and other disciplines on clinical studies within the area of expertise.
• Use evidence-based literature to advise and support appropriate practice changes.
• Participate in developing and monitoring patient outcomes for quality and performance improvement.
• Serve as a clinical expert and educational resource for peers and other health professionals.
• Maintain current expertise and promote professional growth and development in clinical and managerial roles.
• Consider the needs and behaviors of specific patient age and cultural groups in patient care.
• Evaluate treatment and health care plans and modify them according to clinical standards and practice protocols.
• Practice as a member of the allied health staff in accordance with Medical Staff rules, regulations, bylaws, and delineated privileges.
• Facilitate continuity of care across services, including home care, other facilities, and physician appointments.
• Consult with hospital nursing staff about patients’ therapeutic regimens and collaborate with nursing leadership to support timely communication.
• Collaborate with the attending physician to maintain timely and appropriate communication with family members, housestaff, other disciplines, and ancillary services.
• Participate in developing and revising interdisciplinary and nursing standards and patient and family education materials relevant to the area of practice.
• Work with the interdisciplinary team and attending physician to develop and implement therapeutic plans of care and ensure communication with family members.
• Plan and organize care to meet individual patient needs and support appropriate clinical resource utilization according to protocols and pathways.
• Prescribe medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services according to practice protocol.
• Prescribe inpatient and discharge medications according to New York State law, including controlled substances with DEA authorization.
• Collaborate with attending and consulting physicians and other disciplines to develop and implement care plans that reflect patient and family preferences and support quality, access, and cost-effective outcomes.
• Formulate plans of care with the attending physician, patient, and family, based on goals of care and anticipated length of stay.
• Order customary laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic studies; distinguish normal from abnormal results; and follow protocols for abnormal findings, including referrals when appropriate.
• Perform complete health histories, physical examinations, and psychosocial assessments for patients within the designated practice or clinical unit.
• Function as a respectful member of the health care team.
• Participate in activities related to professional nursing standards and regulations of relevant outside agencies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
• Financial security benefits.
• Generous time-off program.
• Employee resource groups for peer support.
• Employee wellness program covering physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time