PA/NP - Neonatal NICU Level III-C

About the Role

The NICU Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) or Physician Assistant utilizes a patient-centered coordinated care model, demonstrating competencies in leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision-making. The APN works collaboratively with the practice/hospital team to assess, plan, and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs. Proficient in newborn resuscitation, intubation and stabilization, umbilical lines, PIV, arterial blood draw, ventilation management, needle aspiration and chest tubes, spinal tap, interpretation of x-rays, and appropriate and efficient use of consultants. NNP required or NNP eligible; PA should have completed a NICU fellowship.

K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital is a Level III NICU at Jersey Shore University Medical Center. Learn more about our NICU services.

Facility Information

Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center is a leading academic medical center and the only Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center in Monmouth and Ocean counties. With more than 1,200 physicians in 60 specialty areas, the team provides high-quality care in a patient-centered environment. The Jersey Shore campus also includes HOPE Tower—a 10-story medical office building offering advanced imaging services, a clinical academic center, specialty physician offices, and a cancer center.

Awards and Recognition

• Ranked by U.S. News & World Report in 2023-2024 as the #6 hospital in New Jersey.
• Nationally recognized for High Performing Orthopedics and Pulmonology & Lung Surgery programs.
• High Performing in nine areas of care, including aortic valve surgery, heart attack, heart bypass surgery, heart failure, stroke, leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma, lung cancer surgery, diabetes, and kidney failure.
• Home to K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital, ranked the #1 Children’s Hospital in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report.
• Nationally ranked in four pediatric specialties: pediatric cancer, pediatric nephrology, pediatric neurology & neurosurgery, and pediatric urology.
• Received five consecutive ‘A’ Grades for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group (Spring 2023).
• Named by Healthgrades as one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals for three years in a row (top 5% in the nation).
• Recognized with Excellence Awards for Cardiac Surgery, Neurosciences, Cranial Neurosurgery, and Critical Care.
• Recognized as a Best Maternity Care Hospital by Newsweek and a High Performing hospital for maternity care by U.S. News & World Report.
• Received Magnet Recognition six times from the ANCC.
• Awarded the Top 25 Environmental Excellence Award from Practice Greenhealth.

Community Information

Located in Coastal Monmouth County, NJ, Neptune Township is a vibrant year-round community offering coastal living with sand, surf, seafood, and outdoor activities. The town features Victorian architecture, tree-lined streets, lakes, parks, excellent school systems, charming neighborhoods, and modern suburban amenities. Neptune is easily accessible by car, train, and bus, with proximity to Philadelphia (~1 hour) and New York City (~1 hour). Nearby cities include Red Bank, Long Branch, Asbury Park, and Belmar, offering nightlife, restaurants, family-friendly culture, and boardwalks.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical services under the supervision of a licensed physician, consistent with the PA's education, training, and experience.
• Perform and document accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem.
• Order, perform, and interpret laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate.
• Manage general medical and surgical conditions based on comprehensive knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and treatment modalities.
• Prescribe medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed.
• Promote Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) PA practice recognition through conferences, publications, and presentations.
• Provide patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective care for health promotion and disease treatment.
• Practice as a healthcare provider according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
• Apply evidence-based and value-based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes.
• Evaluate patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety, and self-management promotion for chronic conditions.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty.
• Translate "best practice" into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care.
• Provide culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families.
• Facilitate consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds.
• Serve as an advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating issues as appropriate.
• Act as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities.
• Participate in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and workgroups as necessary.
• Demonstrate accountability for professional practice and adhere to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.
• Promote a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, behavior expectations, values, and pillars.
• Mentor other PAs, precept students in PA programs, and participate in educational programs as a clinical expert.
• Identify patient/family educational needs and collaborate to implement appropriate teaching materials.
• Promote innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice.
• Participate in clinical research activities and disseminate findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications.
• Identify ethical care issues and coordinate interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them.
• Comply with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies, and procedures as applicable to the role.
• Adhere to all HMH infection control and safety policies.
• Perform other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adhere to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Requirements

For Advanced Practice Nurses (APN):

• Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program.
• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Maintain 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.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms).

For Physician Assistants (PA):

• Successful completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education.
• Completion of a NICU fellowship.

Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications (APN):

• NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License.
• Advanced Nurse Practitioner (with Master's Degree).
• BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.
• Board certified by AANP or ANCC.
• NNN eligible AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.

Licensure & Certifications (PA):

• Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant License.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Skills & Abilities (All Candidates):

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer platforms, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.

Pay

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted rate of pay is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act. The starting rate may vary based on labor market data, experience, education, certifications, skills, geographic location, internal equity, budget, and grant funding. The minimum annual rate for this role is $160,763.20.

Full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) positions include a comprehensive benefits package, such as health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. Certain positions may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, commissions, or shift differentials for evening, night, or weekend shifts.