If you care about the opportunity to grow, to make a difference, to build a future and a life, then we just might have the career for you. Care to talk? Bayhealth Medical Center is Central and Southern Delaware’s healthcare leader with hospitals in Dover and Milford, as well as stand-alone Emergency Department in Smyrna and a hybrid Emergency Department and Urgent Care in Milton. We offer various practice settings throughout Kent and Sussex Counties. Bayhealth Medical Center Kent Campus is 90 minutes from Philadelphia, Washington, DC and Baltimore. Our Sussex Campus is 30 minutes to the Delaware beaches and relaxation in the sand! Bayhealth Medical Center offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (for eligible positions) including: Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Matching 401(k)/403(b) Plans Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Disability and Life Insurance options On Site Child Care Educational Reimbursement Health Care and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts Plus, an array of Voluntary Benefits to include Critical Care Coverage and more! Location: Kent Campus Hospital Status: Full Time 72 Hours Shift: Evening/ Night SALARY RANGE: 36.17 - 56.06HOURLY General Summary: The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients within a assigned unit with a commitment to quality and safety. Professional nursing practices, requiring specialized knowledge judgment and skill are performed using the process in accordance with hospital policy, procedures and nursing philosophy. Responsibilities: Provide direct, professional nursing care to specified population of patients in the acute care setting. Develops a patient centered plan of care based on individualized needs. Maintains confidentiality of the patient medical record. Counsel and educate patients and their care partner on treatment plans. Administer medication following the five rights of medication administration. Provide wound care and dressing changes, as applicable. Read and interpret patient information, making treatment decisions, when appropriate. Consult with physicians to decide on best treatment decisions when appropriate Performs nursing interventions to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Observe and record patient behavior and response to nursing interventions. Demonstrates quality, safe and effective patient care. Provides delegation to unlicensed assistive staff and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) staff Demonstrates standards of excellence which includes practicing nursing with core values of compassion, accountability, respect, teamwork and integrity. Demonstrates understanding and executes quality and performance improvement plans. (only for RN evaluation) Participates in decision making and takes actions based on ethical principles. (only for RN evaluation) Provides timely and accurate documentation of patient care. All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities. Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate Degree Credential(s): Registered Nurse, Basic Life Support; *ACLS / PALS may be required per manager’s direction and timeframe *Commit to seeking specialty certification within time frame as indicated during interview Experience: Required: Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Bachelor Degree Nursing Credential(s): Certification related to the position, if applicable. Experience: Preferred: Experience in relevant specialty. To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit: https://apply.bayhealth.org/join/
Why Beebe? Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence. In addition to competitive compensation and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription) Beebe Healthcare also offers: Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions Tuition Assistance up to $5,000 Paid Time Off Long Term Sick accrual Employer Contribution Plan Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions College Bound 529 Savings Plan Life Insurance Beebe Pers via WorkAdvantage Employee Assistance Program Pet Insurance Overview This part-time night shift med/surg observation RN position is responsible for providing both direct and indirect nursing care to patients within the unit, ensuring high‑quality, patient‑centered services. The role requires a solid understanding of departmental and hospital policies that guide the delivery of safe and effective nursing care. Strong interpretive skills and sound clinical judgment are essential, as the nurse will engage in frequent interactive, consultative, and collaborative communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members. This position plays a key role in supporting a coordinated, professional, and caring environment that promotes optimal patient outcomes. Responsibilities Patient Care & Clinical Practice Facilitate, implement, and evaluate the Patient Plan of Care and corresponding outcomes. Collaborate with the healthcare team to promote positive patient outcomes and serve as a strong patient advocate. Implement nursing interventions in a timely and appropriate manner. Demonstrate competent clinical and technical skills required for delivering safe, high‑quality patient care. Apply critical thinking and sound clinical judgment in all aspects of patient assessment and treatment. Assess, analyze, and communicate patient information promptly and accurately. Follow all medication safety policies and standards of practice . Safety & Risk Management Assess patient safety risk factors and identify patients requiring specific interventions related to skin integrity, fall risk, and proper use of restraints. Promptly initiate interventions to address identified safety needs. Complete required Safety Tracking Tools and documentation in accordance with policy. Documentation Accurately and promptly document all assessments, interventions, patient responses, and provider communication in the medical record. Ensure documentation reflects clinical decision-making and meets departmental and regulatory standards. Delegation, Supervision & Team Support Supervise assigned staff and delegate tasks appropriately while maintaining responsibility for all care delivered to assigned patients. Report performance issues or concerns involving team members to ensure all patients receive appropriate care and attention. Actively assist coworkers and contribute to a supportive, collaborative team environment. Patient & Family Education Assess educational needs of patients and families and provide clear, appropriate written and verbal instructions. Document all education provided and evaluate the patient’s understanding. Provider Orders & Clinical Prioritization Perform continuous review, initiation, and implementation of provider orders every shift. Prioritize responsibilities based on urgency, patient needs, and available resources. Demonstrate strong problem‑solving abilities, independent decision‑making, and effective time‑management skills. Multitask efficiently while maintaining accuracy and quality of care. Professional Accountability & Development Seek opportunities to expand clinical knowledge and skill through independent learning and participation in clinical experiences. Complete assigned education modules and annual competencies within required timeframes. Actively participate in unit‑based councils, quality improvement initiatives, and performance enhancement efforts. Recognize unit needs and contribute to developing and implementing solutions. Qualifications Minimum 1 year of experience as a registered nurse Credentials RN - Registered Nurse BLS - Basic Life Saving certification ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire NIH - Stroke Certification Education RN, Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Entry USD $36.20/Hr. Max USD $59.73/Hr.
