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Hackensack Meridian Health

Nurse Practitioner Physician Assistant Organ Transplant Night

Hackensack Meridian Health, Hackensack, New Jersey, us, 07601

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Overview The Transplant Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant

utilizes a patient-centered coordinated care model, demonstrating competencies in leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision-making. The APN or PA works collaboratively with the practice/hospital team to assess, plan, and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs.

Inpatient Transplant Patient coverage, NIGHTS, weekends as needed.

The Transplant Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner assists, monitors, and manages the day-to-day needs of patients as requested by, in conjunction with, and under the supervision of a physician. Ideal candidate would have prior inpatient surgical practice experience, preferably nephrology experience. Full time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner position. Schedule is flexible however Probable schedule is (3) 13.5 hr shifts/week.

https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/Services/Organ-Transplantation

Responsibilities

Work with a team of specialized surgeons and physician assistants

24/7 Coverage needed with flexible shifts Evening, Nights & Weekends

Primarily Inpatient care, some Outpatient office coverage

Orientation period 3-6mos

Primarily Kidney and some Pancreas transplants

Previous surgery or organ transplant experience preferred

New Grads welcome to apply

Conduct histories and physicals on transplant candidates

Provide pre and post-surgical care

Collaborate with nephrologists in dialysis planning

Orders lab work and tests in accordance with national standards

Provides education and support to patients and families

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program. 2. Master\'s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. 3. Maintains clinical competencies through continuing education and clinical practice. 4. Experience in a relevant patient care setting (or as regulations dictate). 5. National Provider Identifier (NPI). 6. Prescriptive authority through CDS and DEA registration according to New Jersey state law. 7. Collaborative agreement with physicians on staff. 8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 9. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Preferred:

Not Applicable.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

1. NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License. 2. Advanced Nurse Practitioner (w/ Master\'s Degree). 3. BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification. 4. Board certified by AANP or ANCC.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

1. Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.

Additional Qualifications Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Successful completion of an approved physician\'s assistant program, accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education. 2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 3. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

1. Physician Assistant License. 2. National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. 3. BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

1. Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.

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