CSH Advance Practice Nurse

About the role

The APN is a licensed independent practitioner who is responsible for managing health problems and coordinating health care for children in accordance with professional standards and hospital guidelines. The APN works collaboratively with other members of the medical staff to provide care to patients in the inpatient acute rehabilitation or long term care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides thorough medical care to patients admitted to CSH Inpatient facilities, leading the multidisciplinary team with the goal of helping children reach their full potential
• Provides on call coverage as needed on a rotating basis
• Demonstrates understanding of diagnosis pertinent medical findings, rationale for and goals of treatment, and medical interventions for patients through practice and written documentation
• Initiates, directs and leads teams to meet comprehensive medical patient care needs, utilizing quality and cost effective methods
• Utilizes HRO High Reliability Organization tools and techniques to elevate patient safety and effective communication
• Serves as care coordinator as dictated by the site of practice e.g., Pediatric Acute Rehabilitation or Long Term Care
• Recognizes the need for continuity and completeness of care, above and beyond basic needs
• Communicates and incorporates relevant research findings into practice, education and consultation
• Motivates staff to improve their performance, continuously, leading to improved department performance
• Maintains credentials and continuing education according to professional practice standards and relevant statues and regulations
• Captures and maintains accurate billing and provides outpatient services to pediatric patients as needed
• Identifies knowledge and skill needs through self-assessment and annual performance evaluation

Requirements

• APN License
• RN License
• NP Certification
• ACLS, BLS
• CDS and DEA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) preferred
• Current APN license in the state of New Jersey
• Current RN license in the state of New Jersey
• NP certification from an accredited organization
• Experience in acute rehabilitation or long-term care settings
• Experience working with children and families
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills

• Advanced assessment skills
• Age-appropriate interventions
• Quality and cost-effective methods
• High Reliability Organization tools and techniques
• Effective communication
• Continual professional growth

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

$125,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year

Schedule

Full Time

Days

4 x 10h