JOB SUMMARY:

• The Stroke Advanced Practice Provider (APP) for the NJ designated Comprehensive Stroke Center will be a certified Advanced Practice Nurse (APN)/Nurse Practitioner or Physician s Assistant (PA).
• The APN or PA will provide the following but not limited to: acute stroke patient care management including diagnosis, assessments and documentation, consultations, daily patient rounds, assists with inpatient staff development/education, research trial patient enrollment and management, billing for all payers, collects and maintains quality metrics via national database, and community outreach.
• APNs will perform according to the Nurse Practice Act of New Jersey and State Board of Nursing; maintain a Joint Protocol with a collaborating Physician for prescriptive authority.
• PA s will perform under the direct supervision of the attending Stroke Center Neurologist and in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures of the hospital and the state Physician s Assistant Act.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Masters prepared in Nursing from an accredited program
• Advanced Practice Nurse License via the New Jersey State Board of Nursing
• Maintain National Certification AANP or ANCC
• Licensed Registered Nurse in the state of New Jersey

Or

• Graduate of an AMA accredited physician assistant (PA) program and licensed by the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners.

And

• Successful completion of all required orientation and training programs (see Job Function Category)
• Intravenous therapy
• Ideal candidates will have minimum of one year of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in an acute care setting; experience with acute stroke and/or neurological patients preferred.
• CDS and DEA license
• Proficient computer skills

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