Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Advanced Practice Nurse

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Nursing

Department
NJMS-Surgery-Vascular Surgery

Posting Summary

Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Advanced Practice Nurse for the Department of Surgery within New Jersey Medical School.

Advanced Practice Nurse will be an integral member of the Vascular Surgery & Otolaryngology Teams at Rutgers NJMS, providing care to patients, improving efficiency of care, and participating in both quality improvement and clinical research programs.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Collects comprehensive patient health data/history including past and present medical, surgical, family and social history. Diagnostic tests and procedures relevant to the patient's status are collected, interpreted and documented at the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Completes the medication reconciliation process by documenting the current list of medications (including over the counter and nutritional supplements) taken by patient at each visit.
• Performs and documents an appropriate comprehensive physical assessment of patients which will include a review of systems, evaluation of manifestations and toxicities related to medical conditions and anticoagulation management. Evaluates patients in the Emergency Department and for inpatient consultations and assists in management of these patients.
• Critically analyzes the assessment data/diagnostic tests and determines a diagnosis. In addition, develops a comprehensive plan of care that includes interventions of treatments to attain outcomes.
• Evaluates laboratory studies and diagnostic tests and provides appropriate interventions as required.
• Evaluates patient progress in attaining expected treatment outcomes. Monitor for signs and symptoms related to disease progression/recurrence.

FLSA
Exempt

Grade
09S

Salary Details
A maximum of $150,000 is budgeted for this position.

Minimum Salary
145,178.00

Mid Range Salary
167,479.00

Maximum Salary
191,311.00

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Position Status
Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours
40.00

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description
HPAE 5089

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Completion of an educational program which is designed and conducted to prepare graduates to practice as an NP/APN with a master's degree in nursing and certified by a national certifying body.
• A minimum of two (2) years of clinical nursing experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• Current Registered/Professional Nurse license.
• Certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the state of New Jersey with a specialization as indicated; BLS, CDS and DEA Licenses.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, and creative problem solving are essential.

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Position requires standing less than 1/3 of the time, walking about 1/3 of the time, and sitting up to 2/3 of the time.
• Requires use of hands to finger, handle or feel to 2/3 of the time, reach with hands and arms under 1/3 of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl under 1/3 of the time; talk or hear over 2/3 of the time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens requiring the use of personal protective equipment.
• Moderate noise.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number
25ST1640

Posting Open Date
07/29/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus
Newark (RBHS)

City
Newark

State
NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.