Location: Kent Campus Hospital Status: Per Diem As Needed Hours Shift: Variable SALARY RANGE: .45HOURLY General Summary: The Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) Hospitalist works independently under a supervisory agreement with an OB-GYN physician(s) to provide specialty healthcare for women in the hospital setting to include physical exams, diagnosing, treating and managing labor and delivery. Focused care on, labor and delivery, and immediate postpartum care. The Midwife Hospitalist works in a team-based, patient-centered care environment, in accordance with established protocols, practices and standardized guidelines. Responsibilities: 1. Collaborates, and consults with Bayhealth OB-GYN and Family Practice physicians in accordance with practice guidelines and nurse-midwifery regulations. This includes evaluating patients in the OBED and triage, irrespective of gestational age, if it is within the scope of practice. 2. Takes part in initial evaluation of all L&D patients, monitors course of labor and delivery, advising on proper health practices, taking tests as appropriate, and reporting any complications to the obstetrician. 3. Prepares patients and their partners for delivery; trains mothers-to-be in exercise, breathing, and relaxation techniques. Provides instructions in breast-feeding if requested. 4. Attends and reassures patient throughout the course of labor, monitors the fetus condition, administers medications, notifies physician of prolonged labor or complications indicating need for possible surgical intervention. 5. Delivers infant and checks mother and child to ensure that they are responding normally. 6. During postpartum period, visits mother and child to give additional instruction in feeding and care of the newborn. 7. Conducts classes for patients and family members concerning pregnancy, delivery, and proper childcare. 8. Conducts classes for nursing students so they may assist new mothers. 9. Provides advice on family planning and performs gynecological services. 10. Participates in performance improvement activities. 11. Participates in continuing education activities and obtains CEU's necessary to maintain state licensure and prescriptive authority. 12. Adapts to changing demands of workplace. 13. Demonstrates the ability to interact with and contribute to professional development of peers and other healthcare providers. 14. Assesses need for referral to other healthcare providers. 15. Participates in labor and delivery coverage. 16. All other duties and special projects as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities. Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Master Degree MIDWIFERY; Graduate of an accredited midwifery program with certificate of nurse-midwifery. Credential(s): Midwife Practitioner; Certified Midwife; Or equivalent certifying board or registry. Experience: Required: None Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Credential(s): Basic Life Support; Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Experience: Preferred: One (1) year experience as a Midwife in a private or hospital setting. To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit: <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?XRA8emp%2bQ%2fOnzrSelQkd4Qd" width="0" height="0" />

**Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) Hospitalist**

The Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) Hospitalist works independently under a supervisory agreement with an OB-GYN physician(s) to provide specialty healthcare for women in the hospital setting, including physical exams, diagnosing, treating, and managing labor and delivery. Focused care on labor and delivery and immediate postpartum care. The Midwife Hospitalist works in a team-based, patient-centered care environment, in accordance with established protocols, practices, and standardized guidelines.

**Job Description**

- Collaborates and consults with Bayhealth OB-GYN and Family Practice physicians in accordance with practice guidelines and nurse-midwifery regulations. This includes evaluating patients in the OBED and triage, irrespective of gestational age, if it is within the scope of practice.
- Takes part in the initial evaluation of all L&D patients, monitors the course of labor and delivery, advising on proper health practices, taking tests as appropriate, and reporting any complications to the obstetrician.
- Prepares patients and their partners for delivery; trains mothers-to-be in exercise, breathing, and relaxation techniques. Provides instructions in breastfeeding if requested.
- Attends and reassures patients throughout the course of labor, monitors the fetus condition, administers medications, notifies physician of prolonged labor or complications indicating need for possible surgical intervention.
- Delivers infants and checks mother and child to ensure that they are responding normally.
- During the postpartum period, visits mother and child to give additional instruction in feeding and care of the newborn.
- Conducts classes for patients and family members concerning pregnancy, delivery, and proper childcare.
- Conducts classes for nursing students so they may assist new mothers.
- Provides advice on family planning and performs gynecological services.
- Participates in performance improvement activities.
- Participates in continuing education activities and obtains CEUs necessary to maintain state licensure and prescriptive authority.
- Adapts to changing demands of the workplace.
- Demonstrates the ability to interact with and contribute to the professional development of peers and other healthcare providers.
- Assesses need for referral to other healthcare providers.
- Participates in labor and delivery coverage.
- All other duties and special projects as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities.

**Requirements**

- Education: Master Degree in Midwifery; Graduate of an accredited midwifery program with a certificate of nurse-midwifery.
- Credential(s): Midwife Practitioner; Certified Midwife; or equivalent certifying board or registry.
- Experience: Required: None; Preferred: One (1) year experience as a Midwife in a private or hospital setting.

**Preferred Qualifications**

- Credential(s): Basic Life Support; Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support.

Midwife (PD)

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. When department/case applicable, 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.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?9Mlh0iPKIhvX2SKTlNM9EAc" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse Practitioner**

Works independently and with autonomous collaboration with a 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. 

When department/case applicable, 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.

Nurse Practitioner, Specialty

Location: Kent Campus Hospital Status: Full Time 80 Hours Shift: Days SALARY RANGE: 132 457.60YEARLY 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. When department/case applicable, 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: 1. Appropriately prescribes pharmaceuticals according to age, chronic medical conditions, allergies, drug interactions, and duration of therapy. 2. Perform routine and specialty physical exams and document specific age-related preventative health screening. 3. Educates and counsels patients to promote wellness. Addresses and provides resources for health risk behaviors. 4. Interprets diagnostic tests for patient and provides appropriate referrals or consultations. 5. Performs technical and surgical procedures for patients as necessary. 6. Appropriately dispenses pharmaceuticals according to age, chronic medical conditions, allergies, drug interactions, and duration of therapy. 7. Completes patient discharge planning and education; writes appropriate orders and prescriptions. Performs patient education and counseling to promote wellness. 8. Evaluates patient's progress toward attaining expected outcomes. Evaluates effectiveness of interventions in relation to outcomes. Documents patient's response to interventions. 9. Upholds the professional code of ethics. 10. Keeps all licenses/certifications up to date (including ACLS and PALS, if applicable). 11. All other duties as assigned, within the scope and range of job responsibilities. Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Master's degree Nurse Practitioner Credential(s): Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner within 3 years; Basic Life Support; Registered Nurse; Nurse Practitioner; Nurse Practitioner - Controlled Substances Registration Experience: Required: No experience necessary. Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Credential(s): Experience: Preferred: Three (3) years' experience as a Nurse Practitioner in specific area of practice. To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit: <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?s9C9mpSRxCgj3KPyJs1HUAi" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse Practitioner**

Join our team at Kent Campus Hospital as a Nurse Practitioner. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work independently and collaboratively with physicians to provide comprehensive care to patients.

**Job Description**

- 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.
- Provides quality care and improves patient outcomes by strengthening continuity of care in all settings for patients, families, and staff in both the hospital and physician practice settings.
- Appropriately prescribes pharmaceuticals according to age, chronic medical conditions, allergies, drug interactions, and duration of therapy.
- Performs routine and specialty physical exams and documents specific age-related preventative health screening.
- Educates and counsels patients to promote wellness and addresses health risk behaviors.
- Interprets diagnostic tests for patients and provides appropriate referrals or consultations.
- Performs technical and surgical procedures for patients as necessary.
- Completes patient discharge planning and education; writes appropriate orders and prescriptions.
- Evaluates patient's progress toward attaining expected outcomes and effectiveness of interventions.
- Upholds the professional code of ethics.
- Keeps all licenses/certifications up to date (including ACLS and PALS, if applicable).
- Performs all other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities.

**Requirements**

- Education: Master's degree in Nurse Practitioner.
- Credential(s): Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner within 3 years; Basic Life Support; Registered Nurse; Nurse Practitioner; Nurse Practitioner - Controlled Substances Registration.
- Experience: No experience necessary; preferred three (3) years' experience as a Nurse Practitioner in a specific area of practice.

**Salary**

- Salary range: $132,457.60 yearly.

Nurse Practitioner Specialty - Oncology

Kent Campus Hospital STATUS: Full Time 80 Hours SHIFT: Variable GENERAL SUMMARY: Summary: Administers anesthesia to all age specific patients having a wide variety of surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic procedures in collaboration with an anesthesiologist. Provides airway management and trauma services on a 24-hour basis. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & ACCOUNTABILITIES: 1. Collects and prepares materials needed for a specific procedure within 15 minutes of completion of prior case. Performs daily equipment checks to assure equipment is functioning properly. 2. For each procedure, performs a thorough pre-anesthesia assessment and evaluation of patient and accompanying chart; ensures that appropriate tests have been completed and findings/results are documented on patient's chart. 3. Obtains and verifies that an informed consent has been obtained by a qualified provider; ensures all results are logged on patient's chart. Participates in full-stop and time-out procedures. 4. Formulates and documents a patient-specific plan for anesthesia care, based on pre-anesthetic assessment, problem analysis, anticipated surgical procedure, current anesthesia principles, and anesthetic recommendations. Communicates and discusses these plan results with the attending anesthesiologist through specific discussion for each patient. 5. During procedure, induce and maintain anesthesia at required levels, as defined by patient specific plan, and in accordance with defined standards. 6. Conduct continuous and vigilant clinical observation of the patient's physiologic condition as appropriate for the type of anesthesia used. Document all activity, including omission of any standard and the reason stated on the patient's anesthesia record. 7. Notify attending anesthesiologist at the start and completion of every case and if patient-specific plan of anesthesia is altered before or during a procedure. 8. Audit patient's medical record to assure complete documentation of pertinent information. Include documentation of all interventions and patient responses. 9. Assess patient's status to determine when safe to transfer the responsibility of care to other qualified providers. Complete discharge documentation and record hand-off of the patient on the anesthesia record. 10. Maintains Infection Prevention standards 11. All other duties as assigned, within the scope and range of job responsibilities. REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION AND CREDENTIAL: Education Master Degree Nurse Anesthesia Practice Credential Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Registered Nurse Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Basic Life Support EXPERIENCE: Required: None Preferred: 2 or more years' experience as a CRNA. Active member of the AANA, DANA and DNA. PREFERRED EDUCATION AND CREDENTIAL: Education Doctorate Degree Nurse Anesthesia Practice Credential To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit: <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?Xz0AqDDx1m72eG4BYeb%2bJgb" width="0" height="0" />

**Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist**

Join our team at Kent Campus Hospital as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment with variable shifts, where you will administer anesthesia to patients of all ages undergoing a variety of surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic procedures in collaboration with an anesthesiologist.

**Job Description**

- Collect and prepare materials needed for a specific procedure within 15 minutes of completion of the prior case. Perform daily equipment checks to ensure proper functioning.
- Conduct a thorough pre-anesthesia assessment and evaluation of the patient and accompanying chart for each procedure; ensure that appropriate tests have been completed and findings/results are documented on the patient's chart.
- Obtain and verify that informed consent has been obtained by a qualified provider; ensure all results are logged on the patient's chart. Participate in full-stop and time-out procedures.
- Formulate and document a patient-specific plan for anesthesia care based on pre-anesthetic assessment, problem analysis, anticipated surgical procedure, current anesthesia principles, and anesthetic recommendations. Communicate and discuss these plan results with the attending anesthesiologist.
- Induce and maintain anesthesia at required levels during the procedure, as defined by the patient-specific plan and in accordance with defined standards.
- Conduct continuous and vigilant clinical observation of the patient's physiologic condition as appropriate for the type of anesthesia used. Document all activity, including any omissions of standards and the reasons stated on the patient's anesthesia record.
- Notify the attending anesthesiologist at the start and completion of every case and if the patient-specific plan of anesthesia is altered before or during a procedure.
- Audit the patient's medical record to ensure complete documentation of pertinent information, including all interventions and patient responses.
- Assess the patient's status to determine when it is safe to transfer the responsibility of care to other qualified providers. Complete discharge documentation and record hand-off of the patient on the anesthesia record.
- Maintain infection prevention standards.
- Perform all other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities.

**Requirements**

- Education: Master’s Degree in Nurse Anesthesia Practice
- Credentials: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Basic Life Support

**Experience**

- Required: None
- Preferred: 2 or more years' experience as a CRNA. Active member of the AANA, DANA, and DNA.

**Preferred Education and Credential**

- Education: Doctorate Degree in Nurse Anesthesia Practice

CRNA - Anesthesiology

Location: Sussex Campus Hospital Status: Full Time 80 Hours Shift: Days General Summary: The Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist is involved with the care of cancer patients throughout their treatment. The Pharmacist will work with other members of the healthcare team to ensure treatment plan accuracy and optimization of supportive care measures. The Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will serve as a subject matter expert for the Oncology Fellows during their training to help prepare them for a future in oncology. Responsibilities: 1. Establish a collaborative practice program with oncologists within identified areas of need including supportive care measures for patients receiving chemotherapy on an inpatient and outpatient basis. 2. Conducts staff development programs or educational services to pharmacy staff, nursing staff, Oncologists, and other healthcare professionals. 3. Serves as a subject matter expert in oncology, completing drug information questions for the oncology service line, reviewing Electronic Health Record care plans to ensure they are consistent with current national guidelines. 4. Round with the Oncology Fellows, Nurse Practitioners, and Physicians to optimize therapy according to established national evidence-based guidelines and Bayhealth policy. This includes but is not limited to making recommendations regarding correct medications, monitoring outcomes, dose adjustments, and supportive care measures. 5. Provides patient specific medication education using teach back method for new oral oncolytics and for intravenous chemotherapy as needed. 6. Review oncology care plans within the Electronic Health Record. This includes new care plans as requested by Oncologists and a continual review of existing care plans for updates and appropriateness. 7. Identify and evaluate medication-related problems based on clinical presentation, available history, or laboratory data. 8. Serves as a preceptor to pharmacy residents and students 9. Actively participate in Oncology Service Line meetings to work towards improving safety, efficacy, and quality of cancer care at Bayhealth. 10. Promote and demonstrate rational, cost-effective drug therapy. Focus on cost avoidance and cost savings due to medication use within the Oncology Service Line. 11. All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Doctorate Degree Pharmacy; Post graduate Year 1 Residency or equivalent experience (at least 3 of clinical pharmacy practice) OR post graduate year 2 residency in Oncology or equivalent experience (at least 3 of oncology practice) Credential(s): Licensed Pharmacist ;Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist Experience: Required: Three years of hospital experience and completion of clinical training and three years of training in oncology. Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Credential(s): Experience: Preferred: Completion of PGY-2 ASHP-accredited Pharmacy Residency in a related area of expertise. Completion of PGY-1 ASHP-accredited Pharmacy Residency and a minimum of 3 years of experience in a related area of expertise AND BPS board certification in Oncology Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related area of expertise AND BPS board certification in Oncology To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit: <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?HC2AXlKUc16JJnFsrIoZFwm" width="0" height="0" />

**Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist**

The Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist is involved with the care of cancer patients throughout their treatment. The Pharmacist will work with other members of the healthcare team to ensure treatment plan accuracy and optimization of supportive care measures. The Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will serve as a subject matter expert for the Oncology Fellows during their training to help prepare them for a future in oncology.

**Job Description**

- Establish a collaborative practice program with oncologists within identified areas of need including supportive care measures for patients receiving chemotherapy on an inpatient and outpatient basis.
- Conduct staff development programs or educational services to pharmacy staff, nursing staff, oncologists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in oncology, completing drug information questions for the oncology service line, reviewing Electronic Health Record care plans to ensure they are consistent with current national guidelines.
- Round with the Oncology Fellows, Nurse Practitioners, and Physicians to optimize therapy according to established national evidence-based guidelines and Bayhealth policy. This includes but is not limited to making recommendations regarding correct medications, monitoring outcomes, dose adjustments, and supportive care measures.
- Provide patient-specific medication education using teach-back method for new oral oncolytics and for intravenous chemotherapy as needed.
- Review oncology care plans within the Electronic Health Record. This includes new care plans as requested by oncologists and a continual review of existing care plans for updates and appropriateness.
- Identify and evaluate medication-related problems based on clinical presentation, available history, or laboratory data.
- Serve as a preceptor to pharmacy residents and students.
- Actively participate in Oncology Service Line meetings to work towards improving safety, efficacy, and quality of cancer care at Bayhealth.
- Promote and demonstrate rational, cost-effective drug therapy. Focus on cost avoidance and cost savings due to medication use within the Oncology Service Line.
- All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities.

**Requirements**

- Education: Doctorate Degree in Pharmacy; Post graduate Year 1 Residency or equivalent experience (at least 3 years of clinical pharmacy practice) OR post graduate year 2 residency in Oncology or equivalent experience (at least 3 years of oncology practice).
- Credential(s): Licensed Pharmacist; Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist.
- Experience: Required: Three years of hospital experience and completion of clinical training and three years of training in oncology.

**Preferred Requirements**

- Education: Completion of PGY-2 ASHP-accredited Pharmacy Residency in a related area of expertise.
- Credential(s): BPS board certification in Oncology.
- Experience: Completion of PGY-1 ASHP-accredited Pharmacy Residency and a minimum of 3 years of experience in a related area of expertise OR a minimum of 5 years of experience in a related area of expertise.

Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

Location: Kent Campus Hospital Status: Per Diem 0 Hours Shift: As Needed General Summary: The Collegiate Nursing Care Technician (CCT) position at Bayhealth is designed for student nurses in an ADN or BSN accredited Nursing Program who have successfully completed at least one semester of a medical/surgical clinical rotation. The position is year round and provides the exposure and experience in an acute care setting in preparation for a career as a professional nurse. The CCT position is similar to the certified nurse assistant with duties including basic patient care, vital signs, blood glucose testing, hygiene, assistance with ADL's and comfort measures working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities: 1. Follows plan of care established by the Registered Nurse within a specified timeframe; including, but not limited to, mouth care, bathing, AM and PM care, assistance with ambulation, transfers to chair and/or bed, taking and documenting vital signs, and recording accurate intake and output. Documents all patient care delivered according to established policies and procedures 2. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse duties such as non-sterile dressing changes, wound irrigation, foley catheter irrigation, application of ace wraps, IV access removal, bladder scans, EKG's, the application of telemetry monitoring may be assigned. 3. Performs duties with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served on the assigned units 4. Communicate relevant patient information to a professional nurse within appropriate time based on level of urgency. Reports problems immediately to a professional nurse 5. Answer intercom or call lights in a timely, courteous manner, with appropriate communication to patient and/or professional nurse. 6. Performs patient care based on established guidelines to diagnostic and therapeutic exams; i.e., NPO for labs or xrays, OR, diet changes related to tests, enema-related tests. 7. Assists other members of nursing team and/or ancillary departments as requested 8. All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: High School Diploma or GED; Associate Degree; Must be actively enrolled as an ADN or BSN Nursing Student who has completed one rotation of medical surgical clinical in acute care setting Credential(s): Basic Life Support Experience: Required: Completion of one semester of Medical Surgical Clinical Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Credential(s): Certified Nursing Assistant Experience: Preferred: Two semesters experience providing basic care to patients in a clinical setting. To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit: <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?QXmTq%2bTLcYvNcXWLe4EQwQx" width="0" height="0" />

**Collegiate Nursing Care Technician**

The Collegiate Nursing Care Technician (CCT) position at Bayhealth is designed for student nurses in an ADN or BSN accredited Nursing Program who have successfully completed at least one semester of a medical/surgical clinical rotation. The position is year-round and provides exposure and experience in an acute care setting in preparation for a career as a professional nurse. The CCT position is similar to the certified nurse assistant with duties including basic patient care, vital signs, blood glucose testing, hygiene, assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), and comfort measures while working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

**Job Description**

- Follows the plan of care established by the Registered Nurse within a specified timeframe, including but not limited to mouth care, bathing, AM and PM care, assistance with ambulation, transfers to chair and/or bed, taking and documenting vital signs, and recording accurate intake and output. Documents all patient care delivered according to established policies and procedures.
- Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, duties such as non-sterile dressing changes, wound irrigation, foley catheter irrigation, application of ace wraps, IV access removal, bladder scans, EKGs, and the application of telemetry monitoring may be assigned.
- Performs duties with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served on the assigned units.
- Communicates relevant patient information to a professional nurse within an appropriate time based on the level of urgency. Reports problems immediately to a professional nurse.
- Answers intercom or call lights in a timely, courteous manner, with appropriate communication to the patient and/or professional nurse.
- Performs patient care based on established guidelines for diagnostic and therapeutic exams; e.g., NPO for labs or X-rays, OR, diet changes related to tests, enema-related tests.
- Assists other members of the nursing team and/or ancillary departments as requested.
- All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities.

**Requirements**

- Education: High School Diploma or GED; Associate Degree; must be actively enrolled as an ADN or BSN Nursing Student who has completed one rotation of medical surgical clinical in an acute care setting.
- Credential(s): Basic Life Support.
- Experience: Required: Completion of one semester of Medical Surgical Clinical.

**Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience**

- Education: Certified Nursing Assistant.
- Experience: Preferred: Two semesters experience providing basic care to patients in a clinical setting.

Collegiate Nurse Care Technician

Kent Campus Hospital STATUS: Full Time 80 Hours SHIFT: Day/ Evening GENERAL SUMMARY: Examines and treats patients independently and in autonomous collaboration with other health care professionals. 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. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & ACCOUNTABILITIES: 1. Accurately performs history and physicals for patients. Utilizes sound clinical judgment based on best practice when implementing the therapeutic regimen. 2. Documents all care provided, including pharmacological dispensing, in an accurate manner. 3. Completes patient discharge planning and education; writes appropriate orders and prescriptions. Performs patient education and counseling to promote wellness. 4. Evaluates patient's progress toward attaining expected outcomes. Evaluates effectiveness of interventions in relation to outcomes. Documents patient's response to interventions. 5. Maintains accurate, legible, and confidential medical records in accordance with federal and state laws. 6. All other duties as assigned, within the scope and range of job responsibilities. REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION AND CREDENTIAL: Education: Master Degree; Certificate Program Nurse Practitioner; Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program/university; Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program/university Credential: Delaware State Certification/License; Advanced Practice RN - Controlled Substances Registration; Basic Life Support Experience: Two (2) years' experience as an Nurse Practitioner in a physician practice setting and/or related nursing experience PREFERRED EDUCATION AND CREDENTIAL: Education: Credential: Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner Experience: Three (3) years Nurse Practitioner experience in specific area of practice (i.e. Oncology office). To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit: <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?tjTXx%2flKAG5qY5hr1W4i4Av" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse Practitioner**

Kent Campus Hospital is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner to join our team. This position involves examining and treating patients independently and in collaboration with other healthcare professionals, ensuring proper care for illnesses and injuries, as well as disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.

**Job Description**

- Accurately performs history and physicals for patients, utilizing sound clinical judgment based on best practices when implementing therapeutic regimens.
- Documents all care provided, including pharmacological dispensing, in an accurate manner.
- Completes patient discharge planning and education; writes appropriate orders and prescriptions. Performs patient education and counseling to promote wellness.
- Evaluates patient's progress toward attaining expected outcomes and the effectiveness of interventions in relation to outcomes. Documents patient's response to interventions.
- Maintains accurate, legible, and confidential medical records in accordance with federal and state laws.
- Performs all other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities.

**Requirements**

- Education: Master's Degree; Certificate Program Nurse Practitioner; must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program/university.
- Credential: Delaware State Certification/License; Advanced Practice RN - Controlled Substances Registration; Basic Life Support.
- Experience: Two (2) years' experience as a Nurse Practitioner in a physician practice setting and/or related nursing experience.

**Preferred Qualifications**

- Education: Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner.
- Experience: Three (3) years Nurse Practitioner experience in a specific area of practice (i.e., Oncology office).

Nurse Practitioner Specialty - Dover General Surgery

Location: Kent Campus Hospital Status: Full Time 72 Hours Shift: Evening/ Night 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: 1. Provide direct, professional nursing care to specified population of patients in the acute care setting. 2. Develops a patient centered plan of care based on individualized needs. 3. Maintains confidentiality of the patient medical record. 4. Counsel and educate patients and their care partner on treatment plans. 5. Administer medication following the five rights of medication administration. 6. Provide wound care and dressing changes, as applicable. 7. Read and interpret patient information, making treatment decisions, when appropriate. 8. Consult with physicians to decide on best treatment decisions when appropriate 9. Performs nursing interventions to achieve optimal patient outcomes. 10. Observe and record patient behavior and response to nursing interventions. 11. Demonstrates quality, safe and effective patient care. 12. Provides delegation to unlicensed assistive staff and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) staff 13. Demonstrates standards of excellence which includes practicing nursing with core values of compassion, accountability, respect, teamwork and integrity. 14. Demonstrates understanding and executes quality and performance improvement plans. (only for RN evaluation) 15. Participates in decision making and takes actions based on ethical principles. (only for RN evaluation) 16. Provides timely and accurate documentation of patient care. 17. All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities. Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program/university with a Nursing Diploma , Associates Degree, or Bachelor's in Nursing. Credential(s): Registered Nurse RN, Basic Life Support BLS. ACLS / PALS may be required per manager's direction and timeframe - must commit to seeking specialty certification within time frame as indicated during interview. Experience: None required - new grads or nursing students in their last semester are welcome to apply. Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: BSN Credential(s): Certification(s) related to the position. Experience: Experience in relevant specialty. To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit: <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?xxL7uR1uYxmQWkY4rZs1Qgo" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse**

Join our dynamic team at Kent Campus Hospital as a Registered Nurse. This full-time position offers the opportunity to provide professional nursing care to patients within an assigned unit, with a commitment to quality and safety.

**Job Description**

- Provide direct, professional nursing care to a specified population of patients in the acute care setting.
- Develop a patient-centered plan of care based on individualized needs.
- Maintain confidentiality of the patient medical record.
- Counsel and educate patients and their care partners 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 the best treatment decisions when appropriate.
- Perform nursing interventions to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Observe and record patient behavior and response to nursing interventions.
- Demonstrate quality, safe, and effective patient care.
- Provide delegation to unlicensed assistive staff and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) staff.
- Demonstrate standards of excellence which include practicing nursing with core values of compassion, accountability, respect, teamwork, and integrity.
- Demonstrate understanding and execute quality and performance improvement plans (only for RN evaluation).
- Participate in decision-making and take actions based on ethical principles (only for RN evaluation).
- Provide timely and accurate documentation of patient care.
- Perform all other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities.

**Requirements**

- Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program/university with a Nursing Diploma, Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's in Nursing.
- Credential(s): Registered Nurse (RN), Basic Life Support (BLS). ACLS/PALS may be required per manager's direction and timeframe - must commit to seeking specialty certification within the timeframe indicated during the interview.
- Experience: None required - new grads or nursing students in their last semester are welcome to apply.

**Preferred Qualifications**

- Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Credential(s): Certification(s) related to the position.
- Experience: Experience in relevant specialty.

Patient Care RN - MedSurg

Location: Kent Campus Hospital Status: Part Time 48 Hours Shift: Variable SALARY RANGE: 75 361.60YEARLY General Summary: The Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) Hospitalist works independently under a supervisory agreement with an OB-GYN physician(s) to provide specialty healthcare for women in the hospital setting to include physical exams, diagnosing, treating and managing labor and delivery. Focused care on, labor and delivery, and immediate postpartum care. The Midwife Hospitalist works in a team-based, patient-centered care environment, in accordance with established protocols, practices and standardized guidelines. Responsibilities: 1. Collaborates, and consults with Bayhealth physicians in accordance with practice guidelines and nurse-midwifery regulations. 2. Takes part in initial evaluation of all L&D patients, monitors course of labor and delivery, advising on proper health practices, taking tests as appropriate, and reporting any complications to the obstetrician. 3. Prepares patients and their partners for delivery; trains mothers-to-be in exercise, breathing, and relaxation techniques. Provides instructions in breast-feeding if requested. 4. Attends and reassures patient throughout the course of labor, monitors the fetus condition, administers medications, notifies physician of prolonged labor or complications indicating need for possible surgical intervention. 5. Delivers infant and checks mother and child to ensure that they are responding normally. 6. During postpartum period, visits mother and child to give additional instruction in feeding and care of the newborn. 7. Conducts classes for patients and family members concerning pregnancy, delivery, and proper childcare. 8. Conducts classes for nursing students so they may assist new mothers. 9. Provides advice on family planning and performs gynecological services. 10. Participates in performance improvement activities. 11. Participates in continuing education activities and obtains CEU's necessary to maintain state licensure and prescriptive authority. 12. Adapts to changing demands of workplace. 13. Demonstrates the ability to interact with and contribute to professional development of peers and other healthcare providers. 14. Assesses need for referral to other healthcare providers. 15. Participates in labor and delivery coverage. 16. All other duties and special projects as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities. Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Master Degree MIDWIFERY; Graduate of an accredited midwifery program with certificate of nurse-midwifery. Credential(s): Midwife Practitioner; Certified Midwife; Or equivalent certifying board or registry. Experience: Required: no experience required Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Credential(s): Basic Life Support; Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Experience: Preferred: One (1) year experience as a Midwife in a private or hospital setting. To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit: <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?QXmTq%2bTLcYsW31mxRinKyAx" width="0" height="0" />

**Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) Hospitalist**

The Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) Hospitalist works independently under a supervisory agreement with an OB-GYN physician(s) to provide specialty healthcare for women in the hospital setting, including physical exams, diagnosing, treating, and managing labor and delivery. Focused care on labor and delivery and immediate postpartum care. The Midwife Hospitalist works in a team-based, patient-centered care environment, in accordance with established protocols, practices, and standardized guidelines.

**Job Description**

- Collaborates and consults with Bayhealth physicians in accordance with practice guidelines and nurse-midwifery regulations.
- Takes part in the initial evaluation of all labor and delivery patients, monitors the course of labor and delivery, advising on proper health practices, taking tests as appropriate, and reporting any complications to the obstetrician.
- Prepares patients and their partners for delivery; trains mothers-to-be in exercise, breathing, and relaxation techniques. Provides instructions in breastfeeding if requested.
- Attends and reassures patients throughout the course of labor, monitors the fetus's condition, administers medications, and notifies the physician of prolonged labor or complications indicating the need for possible surgical intervention.
- Delivers infants and checks mother and child to ensure that they are responding normally.
- During the postpartum period, visits mother and child to give additional instruction in feeding and care of the newborn.
- Conducts classes for patients and family members concerning pregnancy, delivery, and proper childcare.
- Conducts classes for nursing students so they may assist new mothers.
- Provides advice on family planning and performs gynecological services.
- Participates in performance improvement activities.
- Participates in continuing education activities and obtains CEUs necessary to maintain state licensure and prescriptive authority.
- Adapts to changing demands of the workplace.
- Demonstrates the ability to interact with and contribute to the professional development of peers and other healthcare providers.
- Assesses the need for referral to other healthcare providers.
- Participates in labor and delivery coverage.
- All other duties and special projects as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities.

**Requirements**

- Education: Master's Degree in Midwifery; Graduate of an accredited midwifery program with a certificate of nurse-midwifery.
- Credential(s): Midwife Practitioner; Certified Midwife; or equivalent certifying board or registry.
- Experience: No experience required.

**Preferred Education, Credential(s), and Experience**

- Education: Basic Life Support; Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support.
- Experience: One (1) year experience as a Midwife in a private or hospital setting.

Midwife

Kent Campus Hospital STATUS: Full Time 72 Hours SHIFT: Variable GENERAL SUMMARY: Summary: Administers anesthesia to all age specific patients having a wide variety of surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic procedures in collaboration with an anesthesiologist. Provides airway management and trauma services on a 24-hour basis. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & ACCOUNTABILITIES: 1. Collects and prepares materials needed for a specific procedure within 15 minutes of completion of prior case. Performs daily equipment checks to assure equipment is functioning properly. 2. For each procedure, performs a thorough pre-anesthesia assessment and evaluation of patient and accompanying chart; ensures that appropriate tests have been completed and findings/results are documented on patient's chart. 3. Obtains and verifies that an informed consent has been obtained by a qualified provider; ensures all results are logged on patient's chart. Participates in full-stop and time-out procedures. 4. Formulates and documents a patient-specific plan for anesthesia care, based on pre-anesthetic assessment, problem analysis, anticipated surgical procedure, current anesthesia principles, and anesthetic recommendations. Communicates and discusses these plan results with the attending anesthesiologist through specific discussion for each patient. 5. During procedure, induce and maintain anesthesia at required levels, as defined by patient specific plan, and in accordance with defined standards. 6. Conduct continuous and vigilant clinical observation of the patient's physiologic condition as appropriate for the type of anesthesia used. Document all activity, including omission of any standard and the reason stated on the patient's anesthesia record. 7. Notify attending anesthesiologist at the start and completion of every case and if patient-specific plan of anesthesia is altered before or during a procedure. 8. Audit patient's medical record to assure complete documentation of pertinent information. Include documentation of all interventions and patient responses. 9. Assess patient's status to determine when safe to transfer the responsibility of care to other qualified providers. Complete discharge documentation and record hand-off of the patient on the anesthesia record. 10. Maintains Infection Prevention standards 11. All other duties as assigned, within the scope and range of job responsibilities. REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION AND CREDENTIAL: Education Master Degree Nurse Anesthesia Practice Credential Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Registered Nurse Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Basic Life Support EXPERIENCE: Required: None Preferred: 2 or more years' experience as a CRNA. Active member of the AANA, DANA and DNA. PREFERRED EDUCATION AND CREDENTIAL: Education Doctorate Degree Nurse Anesthesia Practice Credential To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit: <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?ez1k66e9tketkhMFFrnpxgu" width="0" height="0" />

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