Atlantic Health System is Seeking an Advanced Practice Professional (NP/PA) for ICU/Critical Care in Summit, New Jersey (NIGHTS)
Atlantic Health System, one of New Jersey''s largest non-profit healthcare networks, is seeking an Advanced Practice Professional (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join the Department of Medicine at Overlook Medical Center in Summit, NJ. For the sixth consecutive year, Overlook Medical Center ranks among the world's best hospitals, according to Newsweek. In addition, Overlook Medical Center was named one of America''s 50 Best Hospitals in 2024 by Healthgrades and recognized as a Best Regional Hospital in the NY Metro area by U.S. News & World Report for the 14th consecutive year.
The Advanced Practice Clinician will primarily manage patients in the Medical-Surgical and Cardiac Intensive Care Units during nighttime hours. The APP will collaborate with medical residents and other APPs under the supervision of the on-call ICU or Critical Care attending physicians. Preferred candidates will have critical care experience and experience in central/arterial line placement and ventilation management. The schedule includes 13 shifts over a 28-day period (7pm-7am), with additional moonlighting opportunities available if desired.
Physician Assistant must have 2-3 years of experience. Will consider a new grad Nurse Practitioner with 3-5 years of critical care nursing experience (with preference for prior NP experience).
About the Location:
Summit, NJ, offers a charming downtown with a variety of shops and restaurants, conveniently located near major highways for easy access to nearby cities.
Benefits
At Atlantic Health, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 22,000 team members. Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:
We have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group.
We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:
Named one of America''s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades, a World's Best Hospital by Newsweek and recognized as a Best Regional Hospital in the NY Metro area by U.S. News & World Report.
Our Atlantic Neuroscience Institute is the region's leader in neuroscience care. A hub for the New Jersey Stroke Network, we offer a broad range of advanced neurological, neurosurgical and neurodiagnostic services. We are also certified as a Level IV Epilepsy Center and home to the Gerald J. Glasser Brain Tumor Center, where more brain tumor surgeries are performed than anywhere else in New Jersey. Our CyberKnife program is the largest and most experienced in the state. We also have a satellite emergency department in Union, NJ, which treats about 40,000 emergency cases each year.
Committed to providing exceptional care, Overlook Medical Center has achieved the prestigious Magnet recognition. This designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center is the highest national honor for nursing excellence. What's more, Overlook Medical Center has advanced certification from The Joint Commission for perinatal care and is designated an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center. Additional Joint Commission-certified services include behavioral health care, spine surgery, wound care, and primary care medical home (PCMH).
Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits
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Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
EEO STATEMENT
Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
Required:
Bachelor of Science Degree.
Master of Science Degree in Physician Assistant studies or related field.
Valid NJ Physician Assistant license.
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) Certification.
Basic Life Support (BLC) Certification.
Preferred: