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 a 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: GenerousPaid 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: Sussex Campus Hospital - Maternal Fetal Medicine Status:Full Time 80 Hours Shift: Variable SALARY RANGE: 136,406.40 - 211,411.20YEARLY General Summary: Works independently and with autonomous collaboration with physician to provide complete physical examinations, diagnosis, and treatment of both chronic and episodic disorders. Ensures proper illness and injury care and disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. The Nurse Practitioner works within a collaborative model to provide quality care and to improve patient outcomes by strengthening continuity of care in all settings for patients, families, and staff in both the hospital and physician practice settings. The Nurse Practitioner (NP) remains responsible for the patient throughout the course of the treatment, provides the physical examination, the diagnosis, and the health care plan, determines when the patient has recovered, and releases the patient. The NP may refer the patient to physicians for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment but retains responsibility for clinical management as well as any subsequent medication. Responsibilities: Appropriately prescribes pharmaceuticals according to age, chronic medical conditions, allergies, drug interactions, and duration of therapy. Perform routine and specialty physical exams and document specific age-related preventative health screening. Educates and counsels patients to promote wellness. Addresses and provides resources for health risk behaviors. Interprets diagnostic tests for patient and provides appropriate referrals or consultations. Performs technical and surgical procedures for patients as necessary. Appropriately dispenses pharmaceuticals according to age, chronic medical conditions, allergies, drug interactions, and duration of therapy. Manages workers’ compensation cases, reviewing full work-related incident and prescribing appropriate plan of care. Documents status of modified duty and provides information to patient’s employer. Upholds the professional code of ethics. Keeps all licenses/certifications up to date (including ACLS and PALS, if applicable). Provide agreed upon coverage to care for patients in the appropriate settings (ex. ambulatory office and/or hospital) during business hours and evening/weekends, as mutually agreed upon and per medical staff bylaws. All other duties as assigned, within the scope and range of job responsibilities. Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Master's degree in Nursing Credential(s): Nurse Practitioner NP Nurse Practitioner - Controlled Substances Registration Basic Life Support BLS Experience: While not required, experience in Women's Services, OB, Maternal Health experience is strongly preferred Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Additional clinican/provider education Credential(s): Additional related certifications Experience: Three (3) years' experience as a Nurse Practitioner within Women's Health 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 The Women’s Health RN provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to women and newborns setting. This role is responsible for supporting the patient throughout labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum care while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. The RN utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and maintaining a safe environment. Responsibilities Patient Assessment & Care Facilitates, implements, and evaluates individualized patient care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team. Performs and documents thorough patient assessments within required timeframes at admission, transfer, and discharge. Evaluates lab and diagnostic results; reports critical findings immediately to appropriate providers. Assesses and protects patient safety through adherence to hospital policies and unit procedures. Provides patient-centered care focused on physical, emotional, and educational needs of mother and newborn. Education & Documentation Assesses patient and family educational needs and provides ongoing instruction throughout hospital stay. Documents teaching performed and modifies care plans as patient needs evolve. Ensures accurate, timely medical record documentation, including order transcription. Prioritization & Collaboration Uses critical thinking and clinical judgment to prioritize care based on the needs of mothers, newborns, and unit acuity. Collaborates effectively with obstetricians, midwives, anesthesia, neonatology providers, and support staff. Specimen Collection & Lab Responsibilities Collects correct blood/urine specimens using proper technique and equipment. Ensures proper labeling, processing, and transport of specimens to the lab or designated courier services. Technical and Clinical Skills Demonstrates competency in equipment and procedures used in labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum care. Participates in newborn care immediately following delivery and supports early initiation of breastfeeding or parent bonding. Recognizes and responds appropriately to obstetric and neonatal emergencies. Professional Expectations Demonstrates accountability, integrity, and professionalism in all patient interactions. Promotes a healing, family-centered environment and advocates for patient rights and preferences. Maintains current competency through continuing education, skills training, and participation in quality improvement activities. Qualifications Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience Previous Labor and Delivery experience preferred Credentials Essential Current RN license BLS – Basic Life Saving Certification Non-Essential Baby Certification – 15 hours online, 5 hours observation S.T.A.B.L.E certification preferred NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program/Certificate Education RN Diploma/RN Graduate Program Other Information Must complete Point of Care Testing training, Neonatal rescusitation program (NRP) and Fetal monitoring as part of Department Orientation. Baby friendly education within 6 months of hire. STABLE certificate preferred. Entry USD $36.20/Hr. Max USD $59.73/Hr.
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 The Women’s Health RN provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to women and newborns setting. This role is responsible for supporting the patient throughout labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum care while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. The RN utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and maintaining a safe environment. Responsibilities Patient Assessment & Care Facilitates, implements, and evaluates individualized patient care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team. Performs and documents thorough patient assessments within required timeframes at admission, transfer, and discharge. Evaluates lab and diagnostic results; reports critical findings immediately to appropriate providers. Assesses and protects patient safety through adherence to hospital policies and unit procedures. Provides patient-centered care focused on physical, emotional, and educational needs of mother and newborn. Education & Documentation Assesses patient and family educational needs and provides ongoing instruction throughout hospital stay. Documents teaching performed and modifies care plans as patient needs evolve. Ensures accurate, timely medical record documentation, including order transcription. Prioritization & Collaboration Uses critical thinking and clinical judgment to prioritize care based on the needs of mothers, newborns, and unit acuity. Collaborates effectively with obstetricians, midwives, anesthesia, neonatology providers, and support staff. Specimen Collection & Lab Responsibilities Collects correct blood/urine specimens using proper technique and equipment. Ensures proper labeling, processing, and transport of specimens to the lab or designated courier services. Technical and Clinical Skills Demonstrates competency in equipment and procedures used in labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum care. Participates in newborn care immediately following delivery and supports early initiation of breastfeeding or parent bonding. Recognizes and responds appropriately to obstetric and neonatal emergencies. Professional Expectations Demonstrates accountability, integrity, and professionalism in all patient interactions. Promotes a healing, family-centered environment and advocates for patient rights and preferences. Maintains current competency through continuing education, skills training, and participation in quality improvement activities. Qualifications Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience Credentials Essential Current RN license BLS – Basic Life Saving Certification Non-Essential Baby Certification – 15 hours online, 5 hours observation S.T.A.B.L.E certification preferred NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program/Certificate Education RN Diploma/RN Graduate Program Other Information Must complete Point of Care Testing training, Neonatal rescusitation program (NRP) and Fetal monitoring as part of Department Orientation. Baby friendly education within 6 months of hire. STABLE certificate preferred. Entry USD $36.20/Hr. Max USD $59.73/Hr.
