Position Summary:

• Oversees clinical activities of APNs.
• Interviews, hires, and evaluates APN staff.
• Oversees the development and maintenance of clinical competence by establishing structure, policies and guidelines.
• Ensures APN quality and performance improvement initiatives are carried out and appropriate action plans are developed to correct deficiencies.
• Develops and implements programs to meet the department and divisional objectives consistent with the philosophy, mission, vision and strategic plan.
• Demonstrates dependability in meeting target dates for reports and project completion.
• Meets regularly with physician leadership to foster ongoing relations and determine adequacy of APN staffing and quality of care delivery.
• Identifies and monitors compliance with all legal and regulatory issues affecting APNs. Develops and implements processes to ensure compliance.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Certified as a Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist in the State of New Jersey which requires a Master's Degree unless grandfathered by the State of New Jersey.
• At least five (5) years of nursing experience is required including at least two (2) years as an Advanced Practice Nurse. At least one (1) year of supervisory/managerial experience is required.

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements.
• Clinical Environment. Moderate noise.

Posting Number: 26ST1066

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