MSN from an accredited nursing program or completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program; or graduate of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program.
Preferred experience in Cardiology, Cardiac Surgery, or Critical Care.
Current New Jersey NP or PA license required.
NCCPA certification and PANCE required for PAs.
DEA registration and BLS/ACLS certifications required.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and document findings in medical records.
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage cardiac step-down patients in collaboration with the care team.
Recognize changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions.
Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests and clinical data for patient management.
Develop and modify individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
Perform clinical procedures within scope of practice, including central venous and arterial line management.
Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and contribute to care planning.
Benefits
Access to a collaborative learning environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Participation in departmental quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Involvement in a nationally recognized cardiac care program.
Support from a well-connected healthcare infrastructure for advanced care.
Opportunity to work in a community hospital setting with high-quality cardiovascular care.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including obtaining and updating medical histories, performing physical examinations, and documenting findings in the medical record.
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage cardiac step-down patients in collaboration with attending physicians and the interdisciplinary care team.
Recognize changes in patient condition, initiate appropriate interventions, and escalate care when immediate physician involvement is required.
Utilize diagnostic techniques and clinical judgment to assess patient status and guide treatment decisions.
Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory studies, imaging, and other clinical data to support patient management.
Develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment and care plans based on patient needs and evidence-based practice.
Perform and manage clinical procedures within scope of practice, including the placement and removal of central venous lines and arterial lines.
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete patient documentation, including progress notes, procedural documentation, discharge summaries, and continuity-of-care plans.
Respond to physician consultation requests and provide timely patient evaluations and recommendations.
Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, care managers, therapists, patients, and families to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and contribute to care planning, discharge planning, and quality patient outcomes.
Support surgical and procedural patients by assisting with scheduling coordination and ensuring appropriate medical clearances are obtained.
Participate in departmental quality improvement, performance improvement, research, and patient safety initiatives.
Foster a collaborative learning environment by sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, and promoting best practices in patient care.
Maintain clinical competence and professional growth through continuing education, professional development activities, and participation in relevant professional organizations.
Qualifications
Education
MSN from an accredited nursing program and completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program; or
Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program.
Experience
Cardiology, Cardiac Surgery, or Critical Care experience preferred.
Licensure & Certifications
Current New Jersey NP or PA license.
NCCPA certification and PANCE required for PAs.
DEA registration required.
BLS and ACLS certifications required.
About the Team
Atlantic Health System Heart Care provides the same high-quality cardiovascular care found at other nationally recognized medical centers, but in the comfort of community hospital settings. Home to the largest cardiac surgery program in New Jersey and ranked one of the 50 best hospitals in the nation for cardiology & heart surgery by US News & World Report, Morristown Medical Center's Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute serves as the hub of Atlantic Health System Heart Care. Patients from Chilton Medical Center, Hackettstown Medical Center, Newton Medical Center, and Overlook Medical Center are seamlessly connected to Morristown when advanced cardiovascular care is necessary thanks to an infrastructure that includes helipads and ambulance transport and an electronic health record system that allows physicians to share health records in real time. In addition, pediatric cardiology services are available at Goryeb Children's Hospital, located on the Morristown Medical Center campus.
About Atlantic Health System, Inc
Atlantic Health System is a non-profit healthcare organization that operates hospitals and other medical facilities in New Jersey. The organization was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey. Atlantic Health System operates six hospitals, including Morristown Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center, Newton Medical Center, Chilton Medical Center, Hackettstown Medical Center, and Goryeb Children's Hospital. The organization also operates a number of outpatient facilities and clinics.
