Nurse Practitioner

Company: CarePoint Health
Location: Jersey City
Posted on: June 19, 2022

Job Description:

About Us:CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey's leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals - Christ Hospital in Jersey City, Hoboken University Medical Center and Bayonne Medical Center. CarePoint united three area hospitals to provide 360-degree-coordinated care by integrating the medical facilities and physician networks associated with these institutions. With over 4,500 employees, CarePoint is the largest private employer in Hudson County, New Jersey and each year provides care to over 300,000 individuals.CarePoint prides itself on its patient-focused approach to care delivery, with an emphasis on preventative medicine, health education, and disease management. Leveraging its vast network of physicians and healthcare experts, CarePoint is quickly becoming recognized as a leader in the broader healthcare landscape as it pioneers creative solutions to address urgent population health needs.What You'll Be Doing:As a Nurse Practitioner, you will provide coordination and management of a defined adult inpatient population in a community hospital setting. In this position, you will be recognized as an interdisciplinary leader, working collaboratively with a defined group of physicians and the case management team to assist in the daily medical care, admissions, and discharges of patients on the units. You will be responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, clinically monitoring, and managing patient's needs. Responsibilities include responding to medical emergencies on the inpatient units.What We're Looking For and What We Offer:Full Time * Per DiemDay shift available: 10-hoursRotating weekend requirement Current NJ Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner licensures with DEA certification required. Master's Degree with Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner in Acute Care required Current AHA BLS and ACLS Certifications required. Five (5) years clinical experience in an acute care/hospital setting required. Two (2) years APN experience preferred. Knowlege of healthcare procedures; Counseling/advising skills; Decision making and problem solving skills; Interpersonal/human relations skills; Ability to maintain confidentiality; Knowledge of patient care charts and patient histories Knowledge of health education theory and practice: Ability to maintain quality, safety and or infection control standards; Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements; Strong Interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constitituencies in a diverse community Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Prior Medi Tech experience helpful.*An Equal Opportunity Employer*#christhpWhat We Offer: Competitive pay Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401k with Company match Generous paid time off Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Advancement and career development opportunities Covid-19 and Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment at CarePoint Health. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from CarePoint.

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