ChristianaCare·Middletown, Delaware
The RN will serve as the solo nurse at the Whitehall location, providing pediatric care, phone triage, and support for the Vaccines for Children program. Responsibilities include assisting providers in examinations, performing routine treatments, and coordinating patient flow and education.
Job Details ChristianaCare is currently seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for our pediatric practice located in Middletown, DE.
Selected candidate will be the solo RN at the Whitehall location; they also provide phone triage support for our MAP 2 Pediatric Associates location.
The Whitehall practice supports one to two providers and sees approximately 20-30 patients/day.
WORK SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5:00pm 1/2 day off is scheduled weekly; the selected day is based on practice coverage.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Supports the VFC (Vaccines for Children) program, which includes a yearly test and ongoing management for compliance.
Demonstrates knowledge & skills necessary to provide care appropriate to pediatric and adolescent patients.
Participates in a relationship-based care approach to care delivery Triages walk-in patients and ensures appropriate disposition Answers and responds to telephone messages under the direction of the provider.
Assists providers in examinations or procedures, provides injections for vaccinations, blood pressure checks and obtains medication authorizations.
Functions as a liaison between patients, physicians and staff to provide accurate communication Collaborates with team members to provide a smooth, organized and efficient flow of patients Responds to patient crises situations Assures adequate coverage within unit when needed Provides patient education and wellness counseling Performs medication history Supports the work of MA Assists with staff education and evaluation of clinical competencies for new and existing employees (MA) Assists with orientation of new personnel to ensure that they are properly trained to support patient and provider.
Performs chart audits or has designee assist with chart audits Randomly shadows clinical support staff to ensure appropriate care is provided Supports the site by acting as the liaison for JCAHO, POCT, Tracer monitor for Safe Practice Behavior Monitoring (SPBM) tools & JCAHO Tracers Administration of medications, monitoring of vital signs, and performing routine treatments and procedures prescribed by the physician when needed.
Keeps current with policies and procedures and participates in quality improvement activities.
Participates in special projects.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A graduate of a state approved or National League of Nursing accredited School of Nursing RN license or eligible for licensure in the state Delaware Two years’ experience as a RN, physician office experience preferred BSN preferred; ADN considered with agreement of completion of BSN in 3 years Hourly Pay Range: $38.22 - $61.16 This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting.
The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Post End Date Aug 31, 2026 EEO Posting Statement 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 visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a valid Delaware RN license and at least two years of experience. A BSN is preferred, though an ADN is considered if the candidate agrees to complete a BSN within three years.
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