Nurse Practitioner

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner

Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group - Livingston Ambulatory Care Center

Department Name: T, Redling Practice

Req #: 0000226828

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

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.

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Gerontological Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team. In this pivotal role, you will provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to older adults, focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and management of age-related health issues. Your expertise will be essential in guiding our patients through complex health challenges while promoting their overall well-being, working with other clinicians in the practice.

Certifications, and Licenses:

• Master's degree in Nursing
• Registered Professional Nurse with a current NJ state license
• APN License
• NP Certification
• CDS and DEA
• CPR certification

Required:

• Experience and training in the field of geriatric care
• 3-5 years of clinical experience in geriatric care or a related field

Preferred:

• Strong knowledge of geriatric pharmacology and common age-related health conditions
• Experience in a primary care or long-term care setting
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Active involvement in professional organizations related to gerontology
• Expertise in comprehensive geriatric assessment tools and evidence-based interventions
• Familiarity with telehealth technologies to enhance patient access and care delivery
• Ability to utilize clinical decision support tools to inform practice
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and families
• Empathy and compassion for older adults and their unique healthcare challenges
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to navigate complex clinical scenarios
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with gerontological research
• Working with other office practitioners to ensure optimal care for patients
• Flexibility providing supportive/collaborative care with other practitioners to optimize patient care and outcomes

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full time
• 40 hours
• Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00

Essential Functions:

• Conduct thorough assessments of geriatric patients, including physical exams, health histories, and psychosocial evaluations
• Develop and implement individualized care plans addressing the unique needs of older adults
• Prescribe medications and manage treatment regimens while monitoring for effectiveness and potential side effects
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, social workers, and therapists
• Educate patients and families about disease management, health promotion, and preventive care strategies
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the advancement of gerontological nursing practices within the organization
• Working collaboratively with Geriatricians to assist in optimizing patient care and outcomes

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.