RWJBarnabas Health is Seeking Neurosciences Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) for Full-Time Employment in New Jersey

RWJBarnabas Health, New Jersey’s largest integrated health system, is seeking full-time Neurosciences Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) to join our growing Neurosurgery team. This is a dynamic opportunity for an experienced Nurse Practitioner to work collaboratively with an esteemed neurosurgical department, providing comprehensive care to patients with acute and chronic neurological conditions.

Position Overview:
The APP functions as an independent care provider in collaboration with the Neurosurgery Department. The role is centered on conducting comprehensive health assessments, managing patient care pre- and post-operatively, and performing clinical procedures across a variety of settings, including the ICU and surgical floors.

The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work is $120,000 to $170,000 per year.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills, and professional experience.

If you are interested in learning more about these positions available within our network, please contact our Recruiter, Ernest Meyer, at ernest.meyer@rwjbh.org

Job 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
• CDS and DEA license
• BLS and ACLS.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full time
• 40 hours
• Nights

Essential Functions:

• Care for neurosurgical patients in the ICU including management of fluid balances, management of EVDs, etc.
• Discharge planning, orders, and prescriptions.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic test
• Care for patient after surgery including pain control, drain removal, suture and staple removal, etc.
• Prepare patients for surgery including scheduling, images needed, consent, clearances, preop orders, etc.
• Assist with surgery and procedure on the floors as needed.
• Round with attendings and carry out changes to plan of care.
• Answer the call phone when residents are not available.
• Assist with administrative needs of the residency.
• Educate and support the nurses as needed.
• Daily patient rounds and progress reports.

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

RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. With 12 acute care hospitals, 3 children's hospitals, a growing number of our outpatient facilities and physician practices, our healthcare system is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region.

Our dedication to serving the people of New Jersey extends far beyond the care we provide within our hospital walls. We support programs that promote health and wellness in our communities and provide access to services that would otherwise be unavailable. We are committed to the ongoing improvement of the health, quality of life, and vitality of our communities. We strive to bring the best healthcare to meet the 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.

Our partnership with Rutgers University creates the state’s largest academic healthcare system dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, leading-edge research, and world-class health and medical education, further advancing our mission of providing high-quality healthcare in New Jersey.

The new collaboration also aligns RWJBarnabas Health with Rutgers’ education, research, and clinical activities, including those at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.