Nurse Practitioner Pedi Gastro

The Pediatric Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner performs the role utilizing the patient-centered coordinated care model demonstrated through the following competencies: leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision making. High volume outpatient service for all pediatric ages. Position is majority outpatient iMonday-Friday) in a physician office. Rotation for Call (with physician backup) on nights/weekends to cover HackensackUMC (inpatient). The NP will join an existing practice that currently has 9 physicians and 1 other NP, registered dietitian, RNs, MAs and front desk team members.

ducation, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 1. Graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited program in nursing. 2. Master's degree. 3. Maintains clinical competencies through participating in continuing educational programs (contact hours per years), and clinical practice as mandated by Board of Nursing and national certification body. 4. Experience in relevant patient care setting or as regulations dictate. 5. In collaborative agreement with physicians on staff- fulfills terms of collaborative agreement. Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: Licenses and Certifications Required: 1. NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License. 2. Advance Practice Nurse License. 3. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification. 4. Maintains Nation or Board Certification as appropriate in area of specialty