Job Overview:

The Clinical Manager, In-Patient and Post-Transplant Services, practices as an independent care provider in collaboration with the transplant physicians, including the Chief of Transplant, primarily in the inpatient Renal & Pancreas Transplant Unit and Transplant Short Stay Unit (TSSU) and out-patient Pre- and Post-Transplant setting.

Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing
• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner in the state of New Jersey
• Masters or Doctorate prepared in Nursing from an accredited program
• Completion of all Orientation requirements of Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
• Successful completion of all orientation programs

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Current Registered Nurse License in the state of New Jersey
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), preferred

 Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time, Day shift, 37.5 hours weekly

Essential Functions: 

The Clinical Manager collaborates with Transplant Administrative Leadership in coordinating and overseeing in-patient care, patient transition of care to an outpatient transplant clinic, as well as APP care in the outpatient transplant TSSU and Clinic. They have direct supervisory responsibility for Transplant APPs. Their practice is characterized by comprehensive health assessments and management of patients with acute and/or chronic renal disease. The Nurse Practioner shall have clinical responsibilities inclusive of transplant candidates, living donors, post-transplant patients and patients enrolled in clinical research trials. Obtains patient histories and performs physical examinations. Writes admitting orders, routine orders and daily progress notes as indicated. Acts as liaison between Cooperman Barnabas and all referring dialysis centers, community agencies and referring physicians. Ensures continuity of care through effective communication and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team in all areas of the transplant department. Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient’s age specific needs and provides age specific treatment. Serves as a resource for nursing and ancillary staff with regard to patient and disease management. Facilitate practices that are in compliance with JCAHO requirements and transplant regulatory requirements.

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.

Benefits and Perks: 

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 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