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MMG - PRIMARY CARE, PC
NP/PA - Primary Care
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What they do
A Primary Care Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
$130,274 / year median in New Jersey
+27% projected growth
Job Description
An Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) or Physician Assistant (PA) is needed for the HMH Metropark Health and Wellness outpatient facility in Edison, NJ. The APN/PA will utilize a patient-centered, coordinated care model to work collaboratively with the hospital team, assessing and implementing care plans. This role requires demonstrated competency in leadership, clinical practice, consultation, and ethical decision-making. Preference for a experienced primary care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
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//www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/news/2025/04/04/hmh-tops-off-construction-of-unique-health-wellness-centerQualifications:
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :
1. Successful completion of an approved physician's assistant program, accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education. 2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 3. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.Licenses and Certifications Required:
1. Physician Assistant License. 2. National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. 3. BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification. 4. AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.OR Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
1. Graduate of anNLN/AACN
accredited nursing program. 2. Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. 3. Maintains clinical competencies through continuing education and clinical practice. 4. Experience in a relevant patient care setting (or as regulations dictate). 5. National Provider Identifier (NPI). 6. Prescriptive authority through CDS and DEA registration according to New Jersey state law. 7. Collaborative agreement with physicians on staff. 8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 9. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platformsLicenses and Certifications Required:
1. NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License. 2. Advance Practice Nurse License. 3. BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification. 4. Board certified by AANP or ANCC. Licenses and Certifications 5. AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.Benefits
- Professional Development