Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant – Oncology Express Unit
Christiana Hospital
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant – Oncology Express Unit
Christiana Hospital
Nonprofit teaching health system with hospitals
ChristianaCare is currently hiring for a highly motivated, self-directed Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) to join the oncology services team in the Oncology Express Unit (OEU) located within the Helen F Graham Cancer Center Building. The OEU is an award-winning clinic for oncology patients with urgent and acute issues that require immediate evaluation to prevent avoidable Emergency Department visits. The ideal candidate for this role is an enthusiastic APC with 3+ years’ experience in urgent/emergent evaluation and management of complex medical issues. There is on-site laboratory and radiology support, and capacity to provide blood transfusions, hydration, electrolyte replacement and several other treatments that may be required after initial evaluation. Medical oversight provided by primary oncology physicians.
The clinic supports patients from all oncology practices including surgical oncology practices and subspecialties and medical/hematology practices.
Requirements:
Licensed or eligible for Physician Assistant license in the state of Delaware or Certification as an Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP), or certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP or ACNP) or certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) who demonstrates eligibility for and the intent to, sit for the ENP exam within one year of hire date
ACLS
Oncology experience or Emergency Department experience required.
3+ years’ experience as a provider
About ChristianaCare
Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, ChristianaCare is one of the country's most dynamic health care organizations! ChristianaCare includes an extensive network of primary care and outpatient services, home health care, urgent care centers, three hospitals (1,336 beds), a freestanding emergency department, a Level I trauma center and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a comprehensive stroke center and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care and women's health.
ChristianaCare is rated by Forbes as the 2nd best health system for diversity and inclusion, and the 29th best health system to work for in the United States, and by IDG Computerworld as one of the nation's Best Places to Work in IT. ChristianaCare is rated by Healthgrades as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals and continually ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, and other national quality ratings.
Living in and around Delaware offers varied and affordable housing options in DE, PA, MD, or NJ. Connected by Amtrak and I-95 this region is a hub for excellent restaurants, entertainment and sporting venues, cultural events and some of the nation's best colleges and universities. Our location puts you within 1-3 hours of four international airports, major cities including Philadelphia, New York City and Washington, D.C., popular beach towns in MD, DE and NJ and popular ski resorts in PA and NY.
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ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visithttps://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/
Nonprofit teaching health system with hospitals
ChristianaCare is a nonprofit teaching health system in Delaware that operates hospitals, primary and outpatient care, home health, urgent care, a freestanding emergency department, a Level I trauma center, a Level III NICU, and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care, and women’s health. It uses the Center for Virtual Health to provide telemedicine and coordinates care across its facilities as part of a population-health and value-based approach. It stands out through its large, integrated network, specialized care centers, teaching and research activities, and IT-enabled operations. Its goal is to improve health outcomes, expand access to high-quality care, and lower costs by integrating services and advancing research and education.
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