Advanced Practice Nurse- FT Days-RWJMS Obstetrics & Gynecology- New Brunswick-NJ

Company: RWJBarnabas Health
Location: East Brunswick
Posted on: May 23, 2025

Job Description:

Req #: 0000196742Category: Nurse PractitionerStatus: Full-TimeShift: DayFacility: Rutgers University Medical GrpDepartment: RWJMS Obstetrics & GynecologyLocation:Rutgers University Medical Grp, New Brunswick, New Brunswick, NJ 08901Job Overview,The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) will utilize specialized knowledge and skills to provide comprehensive care to gynecologic patients in an academic medical center. The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) is responsible for performing duties independently following established and standardized procedures and methods referring questionable situations to physician. The APN provides primary health care through assessment, diagnosis, clinical judgment and management to restore, maintain and improve the health status of patients. Participates in a collegial relationship with the physicians, nurses and other health care professionals. Under the supervision of the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences and in collaboration with the director of complex benign and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery program provide care to gynecology patients with multiple, often complicated chronic medical problemsJob Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a minimum of a Masters Degree required.
• Certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse by the Board of Nursing with prescriptive authority in the State of New Jersey.
• At least two (2) years of nursing experience in urogynecology, gynecology or related Women s health field in a hospital or clinic setting, is required, preferably in an Advanced Practice role. Previous experience in the pelvic pain/endometriosis/MIGS specialty area is highly desirable.
• American Heart Association: Basic Cardiac Life SupportScheduling Requirements
  • Full Time
  • Day Shift
  • 40 hoursEssential Functions
    • Work with the physicians/surgeons/APP colleagues and other clinical and administrative staff to ensure efficient patient management based on accepted practice, including but not limited to, performing histories and physicals, pre-operative planning/coordinating with outside providers and PCPs as applicable, responding to change in patient status, providing needed prescriptions/evaluations/referral/treatments as permitted under standardized procedure.
    • Provide home health services evaluations, referrals, consultations, PT, order radiographic or diagnostic requests, and specialized treatments. Provide patient and family education, arrange follow-up appointments.
    • Performs comprehensive initial and episodic health histories and physical exams; in order to identify existing or potential health problems. Initiates and implements an individualized nursing and medical plan of care in collaboration with members of interdisciplinary team.
    • Orders and reviews diagnostic test results (e.g., mammograms, imaging studies, and laboratory tests), including assistance with prior authorization of certain tests, and collaborates with physicians on test results that deviate from the norm. Be able to interpret and act upon ordered tests, procedures, and radiographic studies.
    • Answers patient phone calls daily, collaborates with physicians for any treatment plans, and calls patients back to affect this plan. Effectively communicate with family or patients in person, telephone and/or other electronic modalities in a timely manner. Ensure in their absence, appropriate clinical coverage has been arranged for patient management and communication as appropriate.
    • Triage select patient calls for urgent clinic visits or ER evaluation.
    • Completes patient-related forms (including disability and driving forms), preauthorizations, and drafts letters of medical necessity.
    • Provide and coordinate quality gynecologic care for women from diverse populations and settings.Additional InformationAt RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
      • Paid Time Off (PTO)
      • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
      • Dental and Vision Insurance
      • Retirement Plans
      • Short & Long Term Disability
      • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
      • Wellness Programs
      • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
      • Discounts through our partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and moreChoosing RWJBarnabas Health!RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.Equal Opportunity EmployerRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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