Advanced Practice Nurse-FT Days-GI APN POOL- New Brunswick-NJ

Job Overview-

An exciting time to join the health system as RWJ Barnabas develops a Direct Access Screening Colonoscopy Program. Looking for an APN that is an integral part of this program that will manage patients through a streamlined process to facilitate timely and efficient access to screening colonoscopies. This includes assessing patient eligibility, educating them on the procedure, and providing ongoing support and follow-up. Additionally, the APN may also partner with the gastroenterologist and practice administrator to ensure new and follow up patients have early access to care. The APN will work in our academic clinical affiliate practice, Rutgers University, located in New Brunswick New Jersey; however, they may also assist with similar programs across other regions.

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for performing duties independently following established and standardized procedures and methods referring questionable situations to physician. The NP provides primary health care through assessment, diagnosis, clinical judgment and management to restore, maintain and improve the health status of patients. In addition, the NP is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master s degree in Nursing required.
• Registered Professional Nurse with current NJ state license; CDS and DEA.
• CPR certification.
• NP Certification.
• New Graduates are welcome; however, experience is preferred.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full time
• 40 hours (4, 10 Hours shifts)
• Including weekend and evening requirements

Essential Functions:

• Reviewing patient medical history, medications, and potential contraindications to determine eligibility for a direct access screening colonoscopy.
• Providing comprehensive information about the colonoscopy procedure, preparation instructions, and potential risks and benefits.

• Facilitating the scheduling process, coordinating with patients and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely access to the procedure.

• Providing ongoing support and guidance to patients throughout the screening process, addressing their concerns and questions.
• Administers injections, immunizations and oral medications, starts IV.
• Assists physician by recording patient progress notes, issues diagnostic orders, and transcribes orders.
• Assists with various counseling and education functions.
• Billing for patient services based on CMS and NJ State Board Regulations.
• Demonstrates satisfactory knowledge and judgment to provide appropriate care for patients.
• Develops plan of care for patients in coordination with multidisciplinary team and completes appropriate reports to physicians and family. Documents and maintains patient records of services provided according to facility and nursing standards
• Establishes a collaborative relationship with other medical providers.
• Examines patients to determine presence of illness, utilizing physical findings, laboratory results, medical history, ascertains nature and extent of illness and prescribes treatments as indicated. Interviews, instructs and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Issues prescriptions to patients based on Federal & State Regulations. Issues prescriptions to patients based on Federal & State Regulations. Orders and reviews appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Reviews all lab data and documents. Participates in the development of protocols. Participates in the development of protocols.
• Performs and obtains a completed medical history and physical data on patients with appropriate documentation and findings.
• Performs independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.
• Responsible for coordinating nursing and training programs on compliant for policies such as HIPPA, OSHA, Code of Conduct.

  Job Overview-

  An exciting time to join the health system as RWJ Barnabas develops a Direct Access Screening Colonoscopy Program. Looking for an APN that is an integral part of this program that will manage patients through a streamlined process to facilitate timely and efficient access to screening colonoscopies. This includes assessing patient eligibility, educating them on the procedure, and providing ongoing support and follow-up. Additionally, the APN may also partner with the gastroenterologist and practice administrator to ensure new and follow up patients have early access to care. The APN will work in our academic clinical affiliate practice, Rutgers University, located in New Brunswick New Jersey; however, they may also assist with similar programs across other regions.

  The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for performing duties independently following established and standardized procedures and methods referring questionable situations to physician. The NP provides primary health care through assessment, diagnosis, clinical judgment and management to restore, maintain and improve the health status of patients. In addition, the NP is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.

  Qualifications:

  Required:

• Master s degree in Nursing required.
• Registered Professional Nurse with current NJ state license; CDS and DEA.
• CPR certification.
• NP Certification.
• New Graduates are welcome; however, experience is preferred.

• Scheduling Requirements:

• Full time
• 40 hours (4, 10 Hours shifts)
• Including weekend and evening requirements

• Essential Functions:

• Reviewing patient medical history, medications, and potential contraindications to determine eligibility for a direct access screening colonoscopy.
• Providing comprehensive information about the colonoscopy procedure, preparation instructions, and potential risks and benefits.
• Facilitating the scheduling process, coordinating with patients and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely access to the procedure.
• Providing ongoing support and guidance to patients throughout the screening process, addressing their concerns and questions.
• Administers injections, immunizations and oral medications, starts IV.
• Assists physician by recording patient progress notes, issues diagnostic orders, and transcribes orders.
• Assists with various counseling and education functions.
• Billing for patient services based on CMS and NJ State Board Regulations.
• Demonstrates satisfactory knowledge and judgment to provide appropriate care for patients.
• Develops plan of care for patients in coordination with multidisciplinary team and completes appropriate reports to physicians and family. Documents and maintains patient records of services provided according to facility and nursing standards
• Establishes a collaborative relationship with other medical providers.
• Examines patients to determine presence of illness, utilizing physical findings, laboratory results, medical history, ascertains nature and extent of illness and prescribes treatments as indicated. Interviews, instructs and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Issues prescriptions to patients based on Federal & State Regulations. Issues prescriptions to patients based on Federal & State Regulations. Orders and reviews appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Reviews all lab data and documents. Participates in the development of protocols. Participates in the development of protocols.
• Performs and obtains a completed medical history and physical data on patients with appropriate documentation and findings.
• Performs independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.
• Responsible for coordinating nursing and training programs on compliant for policies such as HIPPA, OSHA, Code of Conduct.

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

• 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

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer