Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Job description
A healthcare organization in Belle Mede, New Jersey is currently seeking an experienced Inpatient Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a short-term assignment supporting inpatient services.
About the Opportunity:
Hybrid or Remote: On-site
- Hours: 40 hours per week
Setting: Inpatient Internal Medicine
- Patient Volume: 15-20 patients per day
- Procedures: Minimal (suture removal, basic wound care)
- Team Structure: 2 physicians and 1 additional APP with full nursing and administrative support
Responsibilities:
- Managing inpatient internal medicine patients, including new admissions, consults, and follow-ups
- Conducting daily patient assessments and documentation
- Collaborating closely with physicians and clinical staff
- Providing timely and effective patient care in an inpatient setting
- Performing minimal bedside procedures as needed
Qualifications:
- Prior experience in inpatient internal medicine
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Active New Jersey NP or PA license
- Active DEA and CDS (New Jersey)
- Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently within a collaborative team
- Excellent communication and time management skills
Desired Skills:
- Previous inpatient hospital experience
- Comfort managing a moderate daily patient census
- Ability to adapt quickly in a short-term coverage role