Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Advance Practice Provider, Transplant in New Brunswick, New Jersey
Advance Practice Provider, TransplantReq #:0000148250
Category:Nurse Practitioner
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Barnabas Health Medical Group
Department:Other APPs - NB
Location:
RWJ-New Brunswick, One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Overview:
RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a dynamic position involved in the care of Kidney and Pancreas Transplant patients.
Qualifications:
Required:
Certified Nurse Practitioner licensed in the state of New Jersey
Registered Nurse in the state of New Jersey and/or Physician Assistant PA license
Basic Life Support BLS
Preferred:
Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator CCTC certification preferred
Experience with ESRD population and /or transplantation is preferred
Certifications and Licenses Required:
Certified Nurse Practitioner licensed in the state of New Jersey
Registered Nurse in the state of New Jersey and/or Physician Assistant license
Basic Life Support BLS
Essential Functions:
Clinical responsibilities inclusive of transplant candidates, living donors, post-transplant patients and patients enrolled in research trials
Obtains patient histories and perform physical examination
Ensures continuity of care through effective communication and collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team in all areas of the transplant department
Provides consultation, education, and referral services for transplant candidates, transplant recipients and living donors
Performs clinical duties related to scope of practice including such things as staple removal; wound care; adjustment of immunosuppression; review of recorded BP and adjustment of anti-hypertensives accordingly; monitoring weight; adjusting diuretics/monitoring electrolytes etc
Acts as a liaison between transplant coordinators, transplant physicians, transplant consultants and ancillary staff in providing continuity of care to patients and families
Participates in the development of appropriate clinical protocols and related policies and procedures
Participates in patient care conferences including weekly Case Review meetings, Transplant Grand Rounds; Transplant Research Meeting; Transplant Candidate Review Board and Journal Club
The primary role will be inpatient duties but may rotate into the outpatient clinic as needed
Responsibilities include but not limited to: admissions, consults, rounding on patients and discharges in collaboration with attending MD; ordering necessary testing and reviewing results; education to staff, patient and families; evaluating, consenting, and presenting at selection meeting; participation with regulatory compliance UNOS, CMS, & TJC; participation in QAPI activities as assigned
Must be a motivated and independent thinker, able to quickly prioritize, work in a fast-paced, highly clinical level environment and adapt quickly in acute situations
Other Duties:
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
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer