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RWJBarnabas Health

Advanced Endoscopy APN

RWJBarnabas Health, Lincoln Park, New Jersey, us, 07035

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Job Title:

Advanced Practice Nurse

Location:

Rutgers University Medical Group

Department Name:

RWJMS Gastroenterology

Req #:

0000211448

Status:

Salaried

Shift:

Day

Pay Range:

$120,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Description The Advanced endoscopy team APN will provide comprehensive care to patients undergoing advanced interventional endoscopic procedures. They will serve as a key member of the advanced endoscopy team, ensuring seamless coordination of patient care before, during, and after complex endoscopic interventions such as ERCP, EUS, EMR, ESD, POEM, and endobariatric therapies.

The APN will primarily see patients at RWJUH and RWJBH outpatient and procedural facilities, with occasional responsibilities in inpatient and multidisciplinary care settings. Close collaboration with advanced endoscopists, the gastroenterology division, and referring providers is essential to ensure high‑quality, patient‑centered care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a minimum of a master's degree (RN License)

Certified as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority in the State of New Jersey (NP Certification, DEA, and CDS)

APN License

At least one year of nursing experience

Willingness to participate in divisional clinical and educational duties, including lectures, journal clubs, and the teaching of residents and students

Experience in the field of GI, as well as at least one year of experience with electronic medical records, is preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office is also desirable, along with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

Schedule

M-F 9a-5

This role requires potential coverage for inpatient rounding

Essential Functions

Patient Evaluation & Assessment

Perform detailed health evaluations, medical history review, and physical examinations for patients referred for advanced endoscopic procedures.

Order and interpret diagnostic studies, labs, and imaging relevant to advanced endoscopy indications and peri‑procedural risk assessment.

Identify comorbidities and optimize patients for endoscopic interventions in collaboration with supervising physicians.

Peri‑Procedural & Post‑Procedural Management

Provide patient education regarding advanced endoscopic procedures, expected outcomes, risks, and aftercare.

Participate in immediate and longitudinal post‑procedure care, including monitoring for complications, coordinating follow‑up testing, and ensuring timely communication with patients and referring providers.

Adjust medical management as appropriate under established protocols, including antibiotics, anticoagulation, and pain control.

Care Coordination

Serve as a liaison between patients, gastroenterologists, surgeons, oncologists, and other collaborating specialists.

Coordinate diagnostic workup, procedural scheduling, and follow‑up care to optimize patient outcomes.

Provide ongoing support between visits, including interpreting test results, addressing clinical concerns, and arranging referrals as necessary.

Education & Research Support

Contribute to patient and family education regarding disease processes, procedural options, and long‑term management strategies.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical research within the Advanced Endoscopy Program.

Collaborate with fellows, residents, and nursing staff to support ongoing education in advanced endoscopic practice.

Benefits

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!

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market‑competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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