Advanced Practice Nurse - Critical Care- Neurology

University Hospital, Newark NJ·Newark, New Jersey

$136,294 - $180,084/yrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 26 days ago

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Advanced Practice Nurse - Critical Care- Neurology · $136,294 - $180,084/yr

How this role compares

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+1% vs. median posted salary for advanced practice roles in Newark, New Jersey ($135,000, n=31)

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 31 posted advanced practice roles in Newark, New Jersey salarys. This role sits in the 75th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 1% above the Newark, New Jersey median for advanced practice roles.

The Advanced Practice Nurse will work with the Director of the Stroke Program to oversee the Comprehensive Stroke Center, including program development and quality improvement. They will also provide direct patient care for the stroke patient population and facilitate staff and community education.

Responsibilities

The primary purpose of the Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Stroke Coordinator) position is to work with the Director of the Stroke Program to oversee the Comprehensive Stroke Center including patient care management, program development, quality improvement, and staff and community education and to provide direct patient care for the stroke patient population.

Qualifications

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse and Certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Master's Degree required. At least two (2) years’ experience in Neurology and Neurosciences is preferred. BLS certification is required. CCRN and ACLS preferred.

Requirements

Candidates must be a licensed Registered Nurse and a certified Advanced Practice Nurse in New Jersey with a Master's degree. At least two years of experience in Neurology and Neurosciences is preferred, along with BLS, CCRN, and ACLS certifications.

postgraduate degree
ACLS
BLS
Neurology
Quality improvement
CCRN
Neurosciences
Program development
Community education
Stroke care
Patient care management

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $136,294 - $180,084/yr
Location: Newark, New Jersey
Posted: Aug 12, 2026
Closes: Aug 12, 2027
Application: Employer website

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