NYU Langone HospitalSuffolk is a 306-bed medical center, providing care to residents of eastern Long Island. The hospital facility is home to theKnapp Cardiac Care Centeran advanced heart disease diagnostic and treatment facilityas well as a modern ambulatory surgical pavilion with specialized services including women's imaging, a sleep laboratory, and bariatric surgery. Our Provisional Level 2 Trauma Center delivers comprehensive and specialized care for patients with traumatic injuries. The Stroke Center at NYU Langone HospitalSuffolk is designated by the New York State Department of Health as a Primary Stroke Center, with expert neurologists available to provide treatment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Additionally, NYU Langone HospitalSuffolk has multiple outpatient sites, including an outpatient wound care center, a hemodialysis center, and various primary care and specialty offices. For more information, go toNYU Langone HospitalSuffolk, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, Twitter, YouTubeandInstagram.Position Summary:We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Nurse Practitioner - ICU - per diem, nights.Nurse practitioners (NP) are dedicated to providing quality, professional, cost-effective health care to all patients at NYULH - Suffolk.NPs provide services as a licensed independent practitioner (LIP) collaborating with a licensed physician fulfilling a broad range of medical services that would otherwise be provided by the physician. A NP shall be permitted to provide any service within his/her scope of training/skills outlined in the collaborative agreement between the NP and the collaborating physician that has been approved by the Credentials Committee. NPs may provide care for all patients throughout the hospital as permitted by their certification and licensure. NPs work collaboratively with the patient's physicians, assisting in providing high-quality care, and a well-planned, timely discharge. NPs provide patient-centered care as members of interdisciplinary teams emphasizing evidence-based practice and accepted standards of care. A NP shall document according to the practices included in the Clinical Documentation Initiative (CDI). NPs with Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) documentation working in surgery have the primary responsibility of assisting in surgery. A NP working in surgery must have a collaborative agreement with a surgeon. A NP working in surgery will also perform surgical functions in other areas of the hospital as needed by the surgeons or the Chief PA. A NP on the Trauma Team must have privileges to first assist in surgery, experience in emergency medicine, and current Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) documentation, or acquire it within six months. A NP on the Trauma Team may be required to be on-call.Job Responsibilities:Assessment and Reassessment of PatientsIntroduces/identifies self as a nurse practitionerAssists the physician with patient management focusing on quality care and a well-planned, timely dischargeCommunicates professionally and effectively with the patient's physician, and as appropriate, consulting physicians, case managers, nurses, and other Hospital staff any patient information that may affect discharge or the patient's hospital course. Performs initial and ongoing assessment/history and physical examinationAssesses/reassesses patient's condition and care planOrders and interprets tests/results(lab, radiology, ekg, etc.) based on patient needOrders medications and treatments Documents care in the chart in accordance with hospital policies and proceduresFormulates diagnosesFormulates and implements patient care and treatment plans. Discusses patient care and treatment plans, expectations, needs, and any other information with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other hospital staff. Uses established Long Island Health Network (LIHN) guidelines, if applicable. Obtains consents for blood/blood product transfusion, CAT scan and MRI contrast administration, and for procedures performed by the PA Initiates consults with physicians and other hospital staff including those for hospice and palliative care Initiates and participates in care related to end-of-life issues including Do Not Resuscitate/Intubate (DNR DNI) and Medical Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment (MOLST) documentation Manages medical/surgical patient care including emergencies requiring BLS/ACLS/PALS (if adult or family NP)Performs Trauma assessments/reassessments following ATLS (Trauma Team)Performs peri- and intraoperative assessments/reassessments Performs peri- and intraprocedure assessments/reassessmentsRounds with physicians and other hospital staffOrders, applies, reapplies, and removes restraintsDocuments in patient chart or the computer all pertinent patient information following departmental and hospital policies, and using the CDI education.Writes legiblyDates, times, and signs all chart entriesUses name stampDocuments any patient or family education Documents results of tests ordered, or disposition of care Completes all procedure notesDocuments communicationwith physiciansSigns, dates, times verbal/telephone orders by the end of each shiftFully completes and submits billing forms by the end of each shiftCompletes discharge documentation including discharge/transfer summaries, discharge instructions, writing/issuing discharge orders, prescriptions, and any other associated documentation required for dischargeTechnical ProceduresExplains procedure to patient/familyUses sterile technique, including barrier precautions, when needed Performs procedures such as IV insertion, foley catheter insertion, naso/oro gastric tube insertion, central venous line removal, etc.Sutures/ provides wound careSplintsAssists in surgery Assists with cardiac catheterizationsPerforms CAT scan/MRI injectionsPerforms other radiological injections such as nuclear studiesPerforms invasive procedures such as PICC insertion, central venous line insertion, chest tube insertion Performs surgical procedures such as chest tube removal, drain removal, etc. Assists radiologist with procedures such as biopsies, drainage procedures, special procedures, etc.Performs radiological procedures such as paracentesis, thoracentesis, etc.General Job RequirementsDemonstrates positive customer service/satisfaction skills, positive attitude towards change, effective time management, positive communication skills, the ability to constructively give and accept feedback, and solid problem solving skills Conducts oneself professionallyDemonstrates the medical, technical, and personal skills to assess, reassess, & manage patientsKnows one's limitations and seeks help if neededDemonstrates the ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detailWorks as team member in multidisciplinary mannerArrives to work and leaves on-timeAbides by hospital and departmental policies and procedures Abides by Det Norske Veritas (DNV) expectations and standardsMaintains knowledge of current trends and techniques in the field by reading appropriate journals, books and other literature and attending related seminars, conferences and the like. Assists in inter-and intra-departmental instruction. Abides by all federal and state laws, rules, and regulationsAnswers pages and calls immediately(unless busy) using name, title, and greetingAttends minimum of 50% of departmental meetingsAttends minimum of 50% of Medical Staff meetingsAttends minimum of 50% of Trauma Team meetingsParticipates in performance assessment and improvement studiesMinimum Qualifications:To qualify you must have a Graduate of NP educational program approved by the State of New York Current NP certification from either the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners or the American Nurses Credentialing CenterBachelors and Masters degreesCurrent New York State license as registered nurse and NPBasic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association.. Required Licenses: Registered Nurse License-NYS, Nurse Practitioner-NYS, Basic Life Support CertPreferred Qualifications:Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS, PALS) through the American Heart Association or Neonatal Resuscitation certification (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics may be required based on your selected privileges.NYU Langone HospitalSuffolk provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.NYU Langone HospitalSuffolk is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.View NYU Langone HospitalSuffolk's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy, Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $85.60 - $85.60 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.View the Pay Transparency Notice for further details.