Advance Practice Provider Lead - FT Night Cardiac CBMC

Job Summary

Cooperman Barnabas is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join their Coronary Care Unit (CCU) team. This is a full-time position, including coverage on weekends, night and holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform history and physicals, comprehensive assessments and manage the care of critically ill cardiac patients in the CCU.
• Develop a plan of care in collaboration with the CCU multidisciplinary team (i.e., intensivist, attending cardiologist, medical resident, cardiology fellow, and CCU Nurses) to develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Manage acute and chronic cardiac conditions such as acute coronary syndrome, heart failure, cardiac arrhythmias, cardiogenic shock, post-operative cardiac surgery recovery and mechanical circulatory support devices (e.g., IABP, Impella, ECMO etc.).
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, medications, and perform advanced procedures within scope of practice and institutional protocols.
• Maintain patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Participate in daily CCU rounds and assist with rapid response and code situations.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, families, and other team members, providing education and support throughout the care continuum.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of clinical encounters, progress notes, orders, and care plans in the electronic medical record (EMR) as well as entry of procedural and time based evaluation/management codes.
• Contribute to unit-based quality improvement initiatives and clinical research as appropriate.
• Comply with hospital policies, procedures, and all regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Master’s or doctorate degree in Nursing (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) Studies from an accredited program
• Active license and board certification in the state of New Jersey NP (ACNP or FNP) or PA-C
• Active DEA and CDS registration.
• ACLS and BLS certification required.
• Experience in a critical care or cardiac ICU setting, new graduates are welcome to apply.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high acuity environment.

Company 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!