Job Summary
The Transitional Care Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) or Physician Assistant (PA) plays a vital role in delivering coordinated and patient-focused care. This position involves the evaluation, planning, and execution of treatment plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Responsibilities
- Assess and address patient needs through comprehensive evaluations.
- Develop and implement treatment plans in conjunction with the medical team.
- Conduct physical assessments to identify health conditions.
- Order necessary diagnostic tests to facilitate accurate diagnosis.
- Enhance communication and collaboration within the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Qualifications
- A Master’s or Doctorate degree from a recognized Nurse Practitioner program or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and appropriate state licensure for the role.
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.
