Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, PD, Medical Surgical Step-Down Unit - Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center

Atlantic Health SystemMorristown, NJ

$61+ / hour

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Overview

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$61+/hour

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

JobID: 27018

Category: Adv Prac(NPrac/PhyAs/CNS/CRNA)

JobSchedule:

Posted Date: 2026-03-13T15:16:38+00:00

JobShift:

Minimum Salary (Hourly Rate): 61.180000

Atlantic Health is Seeking an Advanced Practice Professional for the Medical Surgical Step-Down Unit at Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center

Atlantic Health, one of New Jersey's largest non-profit healthcare networks, is seeking an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) to join our team of clinical professionals at Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center. This is an outstanding position for career growth as the ideal candidate will be given plenty of hands-on opportunities to further develop current skills in a highly collegial and multidisciplinary team environment.

The Step-Down Unit (SDU) APP provides direct patient care services for complex, acute, medical and surgical patients. The APP performs physical exams, collects and documents data, conducts diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, orders and schedules laboratory studies and professional consultations, prescribes appropriate interventions and medications, coordinates the care and discharge of patients, and provides direct patient care services. A 24-hour coverage model will be divided amongst multiple APPs.

Job Responsibilities

Job schedule is Per Diem days and nights, twelve-hour shifts
Provide /coordinate clinical care for medical and surgical stepdown patients
In collaboration with attending physician and interprofessional team, round daily on patients to assess, diagnose, plan treatment, set priorities and outcomes, and evaluate the effectiveness and cost efficiency of patient care
Assess patients for change in status and institute appropriate interventions. Initiates emergency interventions to stabilize the patient when appropriate
Analyze clinical practice patterns to provide the best medical care and to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
Communicate verbally and in writing all pertinent patient information to provider team, nursing staff, and other relevant healthcare providers.
Document in the patients' chart all relevant data including but not limited to results of diagnostic tests; laboratory results; patients' condition and response to therapies/interventions; communications with provider team
Role models competence in all nurse practitioner / physician assistant advanced skills
Provide family-centered care by communicating with the family regarding the changing health care needs of the patient
Support IRB-approved clinical research /trials through a variety of activities
Perform and participate in quality performance improvement activities and clinical research
Serve as a clinical expert and leadership consultant to nursing, healthcare team members, and the larger community

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FAQs About This Job

What is the work location for this position at Atlantic Health System?

This job at Atlantic Health System is located in Morristown, NJ, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Atlantic Health System?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $61.18 (per hour).

What employment applies to this position at Atlantic Health System?

The employer has not provided this information. This may be discussed during the hiring process.

What experience level is required for this role at Atlantic Health System?

Atlantic Health System is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What benefits are offered by Atlantic Health System for this role?

Atlantic Health System offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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