NP - Women's Health OBGYN Outpatient

Hackensack Meridian Health•Hackensack, NJ

8d•$138,285•Onsite

About The Position

The Women's Health OBGYN Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) works in a fast-paced outpatient OBGYN practice in North Jersey and is expected to function autonomously. Using a patient-centered, coordinated care model, the APN demonstrates leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation and collaboration, coaching and guidance, research, and ethical decision-making. The APN works with the practice and hospital team to assess, plan, and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs. The role includes comprehensive assessment and management of patients, ordering and interpreting tests and diagnostic procedures, prescribing medication, providing education, coordinating transitions of care, and collaborating with physicians and the multidisciplinary team. The APN contributes to quality improvement, research, education, professional development, and organizational initiatives while practicing in accordance with applicable HMH policies and New Jersey regulations.

Requirements

Graduate of an NLN- or AACN-accredited nursing program.
Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
At least 2 years of experience as a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner.
Experience in a relevant patient care setting, or as regulations dictate.
Maintain clinical competencies through continuing education and clinical practice.
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, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
New Jersey State Professional Registered Nurse License.
Advanced Practice Nurse License.
AHA BLS Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.
Board certification by AANP or ANCC.
AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.

Responsibilities

Perform and document accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate to the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem.
Order, perform, and interpret laboratory tests and diagnostic studies or procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate.
Manage general medical and surgical conditions using knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and indications and contraindications for medications and other treatments.
Prescribe medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and New Jersey regulations, and provide patient education as needed.
Promote recognition of HMH APN practice through conferences, publications, and presentations.
Provide patient- and family-centered, compassionate, effective care to promote health and treat disease.
Practice according to Medical Staff rules and regulations and bylaws, as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
Follow HMH nursing protocols, standards of care, and disease-specific quality indicators.
Apply evidence-based and value-based medicine to analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes.
Evaluate patient and family transition-of-care planning, considering resource use, cost, quality, safety, and self-management of chronic conditions.
Demonstrate clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the specialty.
Complete medication reconciliations as appropriate.
Participate in annual APN peer review.
Translate best practices into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care.
Provide culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health-management education to patients and families.
Support coordinated care and communication among healthcare team members through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds.
Advocate for patients and families, address barriers to care progression, and escalate issues as appropriate.
Serve as a clinical resource to the multidisciplinary team and address clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities.
Participate in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and workgroups as necessary.
Maintain professional accountability and follow ethical principles regarding confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.
Collaborate with medical staff to support nursing-led protocols.
Mentor other APNs, precept APN students, and participate in nursing education as a clinical expert.
Identify patient and family education needs and collaborate on appropriate teaching materials.
Facilitate and participate in nursing educational programs as a clinical expert.
Promote a collaborative work environment in support of the organizational mission, behavioral expectations, values, and pillars.
Promote innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice.
Participate in clinical research and disseminate findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications.
Identify ethical care issues and coordinate interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them.
Follow the legal framework and scope of practice defined by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs and comply with applicable statutes and professional standards.
Comply with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies, and procedures applicable to the role.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Adhere to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.