advanced practice nurse - Marlton

Only for registered members Marlton, United States

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$100,000 - $120,000 (USD) per year

About Us · At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologie ...

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About Us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team.

Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols.

We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

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ADVANCED PRACTICED PROVIDER (APP) - Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant – Primary Care Outpatient – Marlton, NJ

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is licensed, registered and has completed specialized graduate or doctoral education, and is nationally certified to provide health and medical care for diverse populations in a variety of settings.

Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Functions

The Advanced Practice Nurse will function within the scope of practice as defined by the state nurses practice act, delineation of privileges set forth by the practice setting and the American Nurses' Association Code of Ethics.

The advanced practice nurse utilizes the scientific process and national standards of care as a framework for managing patient care.

The Physician Assistant will function within the scope of practice as defined by the supervising physician

As licensed independent providers, APPs practice autonomously and/or in consultation with a collaborating/supervising physician and other health care professionals to assess, diagnose, treat and manage patients' health problems/needs.

The APP will perform a patient history and physical examination to determine a working differential diagnosis and develop an individualized plan of care.

Services include, but are not limited to ordering, performing, supervising, and interpreting diagnostic and laboratory tests, and prescription of pharmacologic agents and non-pharmacologic therapies.

The APP may provide therapeutic measures as appropriate and provide teaching, education and counseling to individuals, families and groups.

For uncommon or unstable conditions, the APP will formulate diagnoses in consultation with his/her collaborating/supervising physician and either refer to a specialist or participate in the dual management and treatment with his/her collaborating/supervising physician.

In addition to diagnosing and managing acute and chronic illnesses, APPs will emphasize health promotion and disease prevention
APPs will serve as health care researchers, professional educators, interdisciplinary consultants and patient advocates.

Prescribing Medications

Prescriptions may be provided by the APP, where clinically indicated, and shall be in accordance with the current APP prescribing guidelines and in accordance with state and federal law.

Proper documentation of medications prescribed, and refills authorized, will be reflected in the patient's chart.

Experience Required

1-2 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider and preferably in Primary Care. Pediatric and adult experience as an Advanced Practice Provider is required. Need to be able to see patients across the life span.

Education Requirements

Master's degree in Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

License/Certification Requirements

Board certification Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant; Active New Jersey License; American Heart Association BLS and CDS/DEA.

Special Requirements

Schedule Days/Hours:
Monday – Friday; Part time 24 hours weekly

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