NP (RNFA) / PA (First Assist) - Orthopedic

The Orthopedic Physician Assistant assists, monitors, and manages the day-to-day needs of patients as requested by, in conjunction with, and under the supervision of a physician. Performs the duties and responsibilities of a Physician Assistant according to customary and generally accepted medical standards.

The Orthopedic Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) utilizes a patient-centered coordinated care model, demonstrating competencies in leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision-making. The APN works collaboratively with the practice/hospital team to assess, plan, and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs.

• Job location is in Hackensack, NJ.
• Day shift.
• Position does include OR duties, and an RNFA (for NPs) or First Assist (for PAs) is required.
• No weekends required.
• No holidays required.
• On-call committment required.

Responsibilities

Physician Assistant

1. Provide medical services under the supervision of a licensed physician, consistent with the PA's education, training and experience. 2. Performs and documents accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem. 3.

Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate. 4.

Manages general medical and surgical conditions based on comprehensive knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and the indications and contraindications of pharmacologic agents and other treatment modalities. 5.

Prescribes medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed. 6.

Seeks opportunities to promote Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) PA practice recognition (locally, nationally, and internationally) through conferences, publications, and presentations. 7.

Provides care that is patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective for the promotion of health and treatment of disease. 8. Practices as a healthcare provider according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges. 9.

Applies evidence-based and value-based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes. 10. Evaluates patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety and self-management promotion for chronic conditions. 11.

Demonstrates clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty. 12. Translates `best practice' into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care. 13.

Provides culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families. 14. Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds. 15.

Serves as an advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating issues as appropriate. 16. Serves as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities. 17.

Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and workgroups as necessary. 18. Demonstrates the highest level of accountability for professional practice and adheres to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes. 19.

Promotes a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, behavior expectations, values, and pillars. 20. Mentors other PAs, precepts students in PA programs and participates in educational programs as a clinical expert. 21.

Identifies patient/family educational needs and collaborates to implement appropriate teaching materials. 22. Promotes innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice. 23. Participates in clinical research activities and disseminates findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications.

24. Identifies ethical care issues and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them. 25. Comply with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies and procedures as applicable to role. 26. Adheres to all HMH infection control and safety policies. 27. Other duties and/or projects as assigned. 28. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Advanced Practice Nurse

1. Performs and documents accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem. 2. Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate. 3.

Manages general medical and surgical conditions based on comprehensive knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and the indications and contraindications of pharmacologic agents and other treatment modalities. 4.

Prescribes medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed. 5.

Seeks opportunities to promote Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) APN practice recognition (locally, nationally, and internationally) through conferences, publications, and presentations. 6.

Provides care that is patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective for the promotion of health and treatment of disease. 7. Practices as a healthcare provider according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges. 8.

Adheres to HMH nursing protocols, standards of care, and disease-specific quality indicators. 9. Applies evidence-based and value-based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes. 10.

Evaluates patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety and self-management promotion for chronic conditions. 11. Demonstrates clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty. 12.

Completes medication reconciliations as appropriate. 13. Participate in annual APN peer review. 14. Translates `best practice' into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care. 15.

Provides culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families. 16. Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds. 17.

Serves as an advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating issues as appropriate. 18. Serves as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities. 19.

Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and workgroups as necessary. 20. Demonstrates the highest level of accountability for professional practice and adheres to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes. 21.

Collaborates with medical staff to support nursing-led protocols. 22. Mentors other APNs, precepts students in APN programs and participates in educational programs for nursing as a clinical expert. 23. Identifies patient/family educational needs and collaborates to implement appropriate teaching materials. 24.

Facilitates and participates in nursing educational programs as a clinical expert. 25. Promotes a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, behavior expectations, values, and pillars. 26. Promotes innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice. 27.

Participates in clinical research activities and disseminates findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications. 28. Identifies ethical care issues and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them. 29.

Adheres to the legal framework and scope of practice defined by the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs, ensuring compliance with all applicable statutes and professional standards. 30. Comply with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies and procedures as applicable to role. 31.

Other duties and/or projects as assigned. 32. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Physician's Assistant

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 1. Successful completion of an approved physician's assistant program, accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education. 2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 3. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms

Licenses and Certifications Required: 1. Physician Assistant License. 2. National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. 3. BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification. 4. AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.

Advanced Practice Nurse

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 1. Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited nursing program. 2. Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. 3. Maintains clinical competencies through continuing education and clinical practice. 4.

Experience in a relevant patient care setting (or as regulations dictate). 5. National Provider Identifier (NPI). 6. Prescriptive authority through CDS and DEA registration according to New Jersey state law. 7. Collaborative agreement with physicians on staff. 8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 9.

Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Googl