Job Description

Req #: 0000165890
  

Category: Nurse Practitioner
  

Status: Per Diem
  

Shift: Day
  

Facility: Barnabas Health Medical Group
  

Department: MMC NO Behavioral
  

Location:Monmouth Medical Center, 300 SECOND AVENUE, LONG BRANCH, NJ 07740  

  

Job Overview:

Looking for a Psychiatric Advanced Practice Nurse to join our team for Per Diem coverage of our adult programming. The Psychiatric APN provides psychiatric and medical services for adult clients within a psychosocial milieu, Assists the psychiatrist with medication clinic, Administers medication orally and parenterally, Schedules and documents physical exams and lab tests, Performs AIMES Screenings, Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, intakes, consults and maintains a case load and all pertinent clinical documentation, Facilitates groups, Participates in department QA/QIP, Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments, i,e, damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas, and medical errors and Is responsible for knowledge of the patient population served and assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by the ANA code of ethics


The Psychiatric APN assures safety in practice and is inclusive of the principles of evidence based practice by maintaining a realization of own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others of the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resource persons and programs available,

Qualifications:

*Required:*

* Current Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of New Jersey is required.
* Current Licensure as an Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey is required.
* ACLS & BLS Certifications
* DEA
* CDS

Scheduling Requirements:

* Per Diem
* Day Shift

Essential Functions:

* The Advanced Practice Nurse provides an advanced level of nursing care based upon graduate education and broad experience with behavioral health patients and their families,
* The APN practices in collaboration with the physicians, clinicians, case managers and other health care professionals,
* The APN practices and conforms to the guidelines set by the NJ Board of Nursing, NJSA 13:37 for the regulation of nurses in advance practice as Nurse Practitioners,
* The APN is responsible for performing duties independently following established and standardized procedures and methods referring questionable situations to physician,
* The ANP provides behavioral health care through assessment, diagnosis, treatment, clinical judgment and management to restore, maintain and improve the health status of patients
* 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.
* Orders and reviews appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures. Reviews all lab data and documents.
* 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.
* Responsible for coordinating nursing and training programs on compliant for policies such as HIPAA, OSHA, Code of Conduct.
* Responsible for maintaining the quality and adequacy of nursing practice.
* Reviews and audits charts routinely.
* Sutures wounds, incise and drains wounds, repairs lacerations.
* Works in collaboration with a physician to diagnose conditions as necessary.


Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.



Additional Information:


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


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*RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer*