Nurse Practitioner - Special Procedures Unit - Paramus NJ (Per Diem)

How you move is why we're here. ®Now more than ever.Get back to what you need and love to do.The possibilities are endless... Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let's talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.Emp StatusPer Diem Part timeWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Compensation RangeThe base pay scale for this position is $89.00 - $89.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.What you will be doingNurse Practitioner - Special Procedures Unit (NJ)PER DIEM The Special Procedures Unit (SPU) is an ambulatory center that performs non-operative treatment procedures on patients that need pain management of spinal and sports-related injuries, and other musculoskeletal problems. The procedures performed are medically supervised exercise therapies to restore mobility and function in patients who might otherwise require surgery. Some of the conditions include but not limited to are; back pain, neck pain, muscle and joint pain, sports injuries, post-surgical pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)/Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), headaches, facet syndromes, nerve injuries, Osteoid Osteoma, phantom limb pain, sciatica, spinal stenosis, and cancer pain. The procedures and treatments performed in SPU include; epidural steroid injections - cervical, thoracic, lumbar and caudal, facet joint injections - cervical, thoracic and lumbar, intramuscular and subcutaneous trigger/tender point injections, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections, diagnostic and therapeutic spinal injection, diagnostic discography, implantable pain pumps, musculoskeletal and joint injection, medication management, nerve blocks, pulsed cold radiofrequency procedures radiofrequency ablations, sacroiliac joint blocks, spinal cord stimulation, spinal nerve root/dorsal root ganglion blocks - cervical, thoracic and lumbar, sympathetic ganglion and nerve Blocks, botox injections for migraine headaches and acupuncture.As an integral member of our Magnet Nursing team, the successful NP candidate will be focused on - patient advocacy and delivering the highest quality of care to our patients! Working in an evidence-based nursing environment that commands excellence every day, you will provide comprehensive pre- and post-operative nursing care to our patients and their families in this acute care setting. Our core values center on respect, consideration, compassion for all individuals and maintaining awareness of diverse cultural and religious beliefs. Your capacity to collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and promote the highest standards of care and safety is critical to the mission of Nursing in HSS.ResponsibilitiesWork collaboratively with multidisciplinary health care teams to maintain the standards of professional nursing practices in a clinical settingWork independently on assigned tasks with minimal supervision.Provide clinical consultation, assessment, and management to patientsProvide pre and post-operative and discharge education to patients and family members with regards to safety issues when applicable (e.g., medication, post-operative precautions, use of equipment, etc.)Utilize the computerized order communication system, including transcription of medical orders, retrieval of test results and documentation of results.Collect comprehensive data on patients' health (from patients and/or family members); Analyze data to determine needs & develop individualized care plans; update care plans based on progression and pathway as well as manage care deliveryEnter orders, complete medication reconciliation, ensure that all orders are carried out appropriately and timely; work collaboratively with ancillary staff, including Patient Care AssistantsIntegrate patient care standards in all clinical activities; participate in performance improvement activities to improve patient safety, quality of care and patient outcomesMaintain sensitivity and awareness of cultural and religious diversity when addressing patients, visitors, co-workers and other customersPromote a supportive and team-oriented environmentSupport departmental responsibilities consistent with the long-range strategic plan, mission, vision and values of the hospitalMinimum Requirements:Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution; FNP requiredA minimum of three years clinical experience required in an RN roleCurrent NJ and NY license, registration and certification in your area of practice (Nurse Practitioner).BLS/ACLS/PALSDEA license requiredBoard Certification requiredEssential Qualifications:Exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence others are essentialProactive and outstanding decision-making abilitiesAbility to work with varied members of the medical team (surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, etc)Non-Discrimination PolicyHospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.