Nursing Jobs in Woodbridge Township, NJ

Nurse Practitioner / Assistant Director of Nursing, Neonatology

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University New York, NY

Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors. Bargaining Unit UUP Job Summary The Department of Pediatrics at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time TH Assistant Director of Nursing / Nurse Practitioner. The successful candidate will: Manage and provide care for the patient requiring neonatal intensive care utilizing collaborative consultation with team members, under the direction and supervision (but not necessarily the direct attendance) of an attending neonatologist. Provide prenatal consultations as needed. Receive a distressed neonate in the Delivery Room and initiates appropriate intervention. Perform a complete newborn physical examination and assessment of gestational age, discriminating between normal and abnormal findings. Conduct parent interviews and take family history. Collaborate with neonatologists concerning pertinent historical events, physical findings, diagnostic and therapeutic measures initiated on all admissions. Order appropriate laboratory tests and procedures. Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary and appropriate for the care of the patient (from ELBW to LOA babies). Review and provide general care items involved in neonatal care, such as temperature stabilization, hyperalimentation therapy, feeding management, etc. Obtain patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination of the NICU patient. Order, perform and interpret diagnostic studies. Provide direct treatment and management of health conditions. Document on delivery of health care and nursing processes in accordance with specific specialty area standards and network nursing policy. Perform procedures, to include intubation, umbilical lines, lumbar puncture, thoracentesis/chest tube placement, PICC line placement, Participate in and attend to high-risk deliveries including stabilization and management of complex critical needs of the newborn. Demonstrate strong newborn assessment, management, and delivery room skills. Participate in neonatal transport, if/when needed. Work collaboratively with experienced neonatologists and APPs in a team-centered atmosphere. Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Required Qualifications Master of Science Degree. New York State Nurse Practitioner License. APRN National Specialty Certification. Board Certified or eligible. Current BLS and NRP Certification. Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of neonatal nurse practitioner work experience. Work Schedule Monday to Friday; 8:00am to 4:00pm (Full-Time) Salary Grade/Rank SL-5 Salary Range Commensurate with experience and qualifications Executive Order Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at ada@downstate.edu

Licensed Practical Nurse, Ambulatory Care Services, Outpatient Suite H

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University New York, NY

Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors. Bargaining Unit CSEA Job Summary The Department of Ambulatory Care Services at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse, Outpatient Suite H. Licensed Practical Nurses are licensed health care practitioners who provide direct nursing care to individuals in a variety of settings under the direction of a registered nurse, physician, or other licensed health care provider, in accordance with Article 139 of the Education Law. Incumbents perform nursing care tasks and procedures consistent with individual treatment plans; administer medications as prescribed; observe and report individuals’ responses to treatment and changes in health status; attend to individuals’ personal needs, such as activities of daily living and hygiene tasks; and provide emotional support and health teaching to individuals. Illustrative Duties Under the direction of a registered nurse, physician, or other licensed health care provider, performs nursing care tasks and procedures consistent with individual treatment plans and scope of practice, to maintain health, prevent and cure illness and injury, and alleviate suffering using practical knowledge of health processes and facility procedures. Assists registered nurses, physicians, or other licensed health care providers in the identification of individuals’ needs and participates in the development of plans to address goals. Administers medications and nursing procedures to individuals as prescribed. Obtains and records individuals’ temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rates, and other vital signs using standard instruments and procedures. Observes, monitors, and records individuals’ symptoms and conditions to obtain and provide information for diagnosis and treatment; identifies responses to medication or changes in health status; and reports such to a registered nurse, physician, or other licensed health care provider. Prepares individuals for or assists with examinations and treatments. Maintains charts and other records of individuals’ conditions and/or administered treatments. Attends to individuals’ personal needs, including activities of daily living and hygiene tasks, such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and grooming. Talks to individuals, listens to their concerns and responses, and encourages them to cooperate and participate in treatment and rehabilitation activities. Educates and counsels individuals and/or families regarding their health, medications, treatment goals and procedures, and behavioral interactions as appropriate. May perform housekeeping tasks, such as changing linens, and assist other staff in cleaning activities to ensure a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for individuals. Monitors supply inventories and completes requisition forms to ensure adequate supply levels. May observe and supervise the activities of unlicensed direct care staff, including the administration of medication, to ensure compliance with applicable requirements; and reports observations to higher-level staff. Required Qualifications Open Competitive: eligible for or possession of a license and current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State. Preferred Qualifications 55 B/C QUALIFICATIONS: Individuals certified eligible for the 55 B/C program under the Governor's Program to Hire Persons/Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55 B/C of the Civil Service Law will also be considered. To be considered, you must provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response. It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration. Work Schedule Monday to Friday; Variable Hours (Full-Time) Salary Grade/Rank SG-10 Salary Range As per civil service guidelines Hiring Rate $45,081 Base Salary plus $4,000 Location Pay as well as $4,000 Geographic Differential Executive Order Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at ada@downstate.edu