What are the responsibilities and job description for the NICU Nurse Practitioner PD position at Hackensack Meridian Health?
The NICU Neonatology Per Diem Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) 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. NP with neonatal experience prefered.
- Performs and documents accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem.
- Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate.
- Manages general medical and surgical conditions based on comprehensive knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and the indications and contraindications of pharmacologic agents and other treatment modalities.
- Prescribes medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed.
- Seeks opportunities to promote Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) APN practice recognition (locally, nationally, and internationally) through conferences, publications, and presentations.
- Provides care that is patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective for the promotion of health and treatment of disease.
- Practices as a healthcare provider according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
- Adheres to HMH nursing protocols, standards of care, and disease-specific quality indicators.
- Applies evidence-based and value-based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes.
- Evaluates patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety and self-management promotion for chronic conditions.
- Demonstrates clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty.
- Completes medication reconciliations as appropriate.
- Participate in annual APN peer review.
- Translates 'best practice' into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care.
- Provides culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families.
- Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds.
- Serves as an advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating issues as appropriate.
- Serves as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities.
- Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and workgroups as necessary.
- Demonstrates the highest level of accountability for professional practice and adheres to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.
- Collaborates with medical staff to support nursing-led protocols.
- Mentors other APNs, precepts students in APN programs and participates in educational programs for nursing as a clinical expert.
- Identifies patient/family educational needs and collaborates to implement appropriate teaching materials.
- Facilitates and participates in nursing educational programs as a clinical expert.
- Promotes a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, behavior expectations, values, and pillars.
- Promotes innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice.
- Participates in clinical research activities and disseminates findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications.
- Identifies ethical care issues and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them.
- Adheres to the legal framework and scope of practice defined by the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs, ensuring compliance with all applicable statutes and professional standards.
- Comply with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies and procedures as applicable to role.
- Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
- Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Required Education & Experience:
- Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program.
- Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Proven clinical competency maintained through ongoing clinical practice and continuing education.
- Experience in a relevant patient care setting.
Required Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with computer platforms, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
- Ability to maintain a collaborative practice agreement with staff physicians.
Required Licenses & Certifications:
- Current NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License.
- Active Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) certification in New Jersey.
- Board certification from AANP or ANCC.
- BLS (AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP) Certification.
- National Provider Identifier (NPI).
- Active CDS and DEA registrations for prescriptive authority in New Jersey.
Preferred Licenses & Certifications:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification.