Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Children's Specialized Hospital

Job Overview:

The APN is a licensed independent practitioner who is responsible for managing health problems and coordinating health care for children in accordance with professional standards and hospital guidelines.

The APN works collaboratively with other members of the medical staff to provide care to patients in the inpatient acute rehabilitation or long-term care setting.

The APN possesses a comprehensive knowledge base established within a sound theoretical framework and utilizes advanced assessment skills, specialty expertise, and age-appropriate interventions.

The APN provides staff and patient education and is an integral member of the health care team.

The APN will provide bedside clinical and on-call coverage of patient care areas in CSH Inpatient settings and will share in these responsibilities with other members of the Inpatient team.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Masters or doctoral degree in advanced practice nursing in field related to area of hire
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years nursing experience,
• Must have RN license from State of NJ
• Must have APN certification from the State of NJ Must have current national certification in area of specialty
• American Heart Association AHA BLS and PALS Provider Certification required

Preferred:

• Prior experience working with infants, children and young adults with medical complexity desired
• Prior experience working with infants, children and young adults with medical complexity desired

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• See under required qualifications

Scheduling Requirements:

• M-F Days
• Full time
• 4 10h days
• On-call rotation

Essential Functions:

• Provides thorough medical care to patients admitted to CSH Inpatient facilities, leading the multidisciplinary team with the goal of helping children reach their full potential
• Provides on call coverage as needed on a rotating basis Demonstrates understanding of diagnosis pertinent medical findings, rationale for and goals of treatment, and medical interventions for patients through practice and written documentation
• Initiates, directs and leads teams to meet comprehensive medical patient care needs, utilizing quality and cost effective methods
• Utilizes HRO High Reliability Organization tools and techniques to elevate patient safety and effective communication
• Serves as care coordinator as dictated by the site of practice e.g, Pediatric Acute Rehabilitation or Long Term Care
• Recognizes the need for continuity and completeness of care, above and beyond basic needs
• Communicates and incorporates relevant research findings into practice, education and consultation
• Motivates staff to improve their performance, continuously, leading to improved department performance
• Maximizes potential of self and colleagues by supporting professional growth and attending and conducting training and orientation sessions
• Maintains credentials and continuing education according to professional practice standards and relevant statues and regulations
• Coordinates the development and implementation of policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services to meet customer expectations
• Develops and maintains cooperative relationships with colleagues as well as external contacts Develops and implements a Joint Protocol specific to their clinical practice area and consults with collaborating physicians as established in the joint protocol
• Collaborates with the full interdisciplinary team, including patients and families and all other areas of the organization to ensure the development and implementation of Patient and Family Centered Care practices
• Participates in team meetings and conferences when available to enhance an interdisciplinary approach to health care delivery
• Participates in the education of students by serving as a lecturer and precepting students in the clinical area
• Maintains accurate billing and provides outpatient services to pediatric patients as needed
• Identifies knowledge and skill needs through self assessment and annual performance evaluation

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.

Children’s Specialized Hospital is the nation’s leading provider of inpatient and outpatient care for children from birth to 21 years of age facing special health challenges — from chronic illnesses and complex physical disabilities like brain and spinal cord injuries, to developmental and behavioral issues like autism and mental health. At 13 different New Jersey locations, our pediatric specialist’s partner with families to make our many innovative therapies and medical treatments more personalized and effective so each child can reach their full potential. 

RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, treating over 3 million patients a year. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals – Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH in New Brunswick and Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children’s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children’s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state’s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and four accountable care organizations. RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s second largest private employer – with more than 32,000 employees, 9,000 physicians and 1,000 residents and interns – and routinely captures national awards for its outstanding quality and safety.

Join RWJBarnabas Health’s commitment to cultivating a team of dynamic and diverse physicians. Our goal is to create an equitable environment in which to work and receive care, to champion a diverse workforce, and to foster an inclusive setting that meets the social, cultural and linguistic needs of the communities we serve state-wide. We welcome and embrace the unique perspectives of our physicians, recognizing that this leads to better patient care, satisfaction and outcomes.