Job Summary
The Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant plays a vital role in delivering patient-focused care, executing clinical evaluations, and managing surgical cases alongside the medical team. This position emphasizes collaboration to guarantee comprehensive care for patients.
Responsibilities
- Deliver patient-centered health care and perform thorough clinical assessments.
- Collaborate with the medical team to manage surgical conditions effectively.
- Order diagnostic tests and interpret results for informed decision-making.
- Prescribe appropriate medications as part of the treatment regimen.
- Participate in interdisciplinary rounds to facilitate coordinated care among various health care providers.
Qualifications
- Possession of a valid Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license.
- Relevant certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
- A Master’s or Doctorate degree in a nursing program, or successful completion of an accredited physician assistant program.
Hackensack Meridian Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
