NP/PA General and Sub-specialty Surgery

About the Role

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) assists, monitors, and manages the day-to-day needs of patients under the supervision of a physician. This full-time position supports general surgery and surgical sub-specialties, including but not limited to Surgical Oncology, Colorectal Surgery, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Breast Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, and Head & Neck Oncology. The role involves managing inpatient and operative needs, assessing and treating patients, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and providing intra-operative assistance. The position includes rotational coverage of holidays, weekends, and night shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem.
• Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants.
• Manages general medical and surgical conditions based on comprehensive knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and treatment modalities.
• Prescribes medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed.
• Promotes Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) Advanced Practice Provider (APP) practice recognition through conferences, publications, and presentations.
• Provides patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective care for health promotion and disease treatment.
• Practices according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
• Adheres to HMH nursing protocols, standards of care, and disease-specific quality indicators.
• Applies evidence-based and value-based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes.
• Evaluates patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety, and self-management promotion for chronic conditions.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty.
• Completes medication reconciliations as appropriate.
• Participates in annual APP peer review.
• Translates "best practice" into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care.
• Provides culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families.
• Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds.
• Serves as an advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating issues as appropriate.
• Serves as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities.
• Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and workgroups as necessary.
• Demonstrates accountability for professional practice and adheres to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.
• Collaborates with medical staff to support nursing-led protocols.
• Mentors other APPs, precepts students in APP programs, and participates in educational programs for nursing as a clinical expert.
• Identifies patient/family educational needs and collaborates to implement appropriate teaching materials.
• Facilitates and participates in nursing educational programs as a clinical expert.
• Promotes a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, behavior expectations, values, and pillars.
• Promotes innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice.
• Participates in clinical research activities and disseminates findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications.
• Identifies ethical care issues and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them.
• Adheres to the legal framework and scope of practice defined by the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs, ensuring compliance with all applicable statutes and professional standards.
• Complies with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies, and procedures as applicable to the role.
• Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

For Physician Assistants:

• Successful completion of an approved physician assistant program, accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education.
• Physician Assistant License.
• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support (BLS) HCP Certification.
• AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

For Nurse Practitioners:

• Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program.
• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Maintains clinical competencies through continuing education and clinical practice.
• Experience in a relevant patient care setting (or as regulations dictate).
• National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Prescriptive authority through CDS and DEA registration according to New Jersey state law.
• Collaborative agreement with physicians on staff.
• NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License.
• Advanced Practice Nurse License.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support (BLS) HCP Certification.
• Board certified by AANP or ANCC.
• AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

2 years of general/subspecialty surgery experience is preferred, though new graduates are considered. Robotic training is preferred.

Pay

Minimum starting rate of $149,177.60 annually. The posted rate of pay is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may vary based on factors including labor market data, experience, education, certifications, skills, geographic location, internal equity, budget, and grant funding. Full-time positions are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials, performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions.