General Surgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner 

Hackensack Meridian Health

JFK University Medical Center

Edison, New Jersey

JFK University Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to manage the evening care of our general surgery patients. In this vital role, you will be the primary advanced practice provider on the floor, working collaboratively with our attending surgeons to ensure seamless, high-quality patient care.

This is a non-operative role focused exclusively on inpatient management, patient rounding, and floor coverage, allowing you to apply your clinical expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will be a cornerstone of our night team, responsible for patient assessment, developing plans of care, and ensuring a safe, reliable, and patient-centered experience.

Preferred Shift: Five 8-hour shifts/week (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM) or Four 10-hour shifts/week (1:00 PM – 11:30 PM)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations for post-operative and new inpatient admissions.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient clinical problems and health care needs.
• Develop, implement, and manage evidence-based plans of care in collaboration with the attending physician.
• Serve as a key point of communication between attending physicians, nursing staff, patients, and their families to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide patient and family education regarding disease processes, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
• Maintain clear, concise, and accurate clinical documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Uphold the highest standards of clinical practice in accordance with state/federal regulations and hospital policies.

REQUIREMENTS: 

For Physician Assistant (PA) Candidates:

Required:

• Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current NCCPA certification.
• Active New Jersey State Physician Assistant license.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Active New Jersey CDS and federal DEA licenses.

Preferred:

• 2+ years of experience in General Surgery or a related acute care setting.
• Highly motivated new graduates with relevant clinical rotations are encouraged to apply.

For Nurse Practitioner (NP) Candidates:

Required:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program.
• Current New Jersey State Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) licenses.
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner (e.g., AANP, ANCC).
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.

Preferred:

• 2+ years of professional experience in a surgical or acute care inpatient setting.
• Strong organizational, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.

COMPENSATION:

Minimum Base Salary: $117,395.20 Annually

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

Experience: Years of relevant work experience.

Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.

Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.

Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.