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Surgery Team, NP/PA

ChristianaCare·Wilmington, Delaware

$119,583 - $153,472/yrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 4 days ago
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Surgery Team, NP/PA · $119,583 - $153,472/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • +6% vs. median posted salary for advanced practice roles in Wilmington, Delaware ($112,383)
  • 28 similar openings in the Wilmington area · median $112,000
  • 59 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
$70,000 · p10p90 · $122,000
this role: $119,583median $112,383

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted advanced practice roles in Wilmington, Delaware salarys. This role sits in the 83rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 6% above the Wilmington, Delaware median for advanced practice roles.

The surgical NP or PA will provide comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care, including examinations and wound management. They will also function as a first or second assistant during surgical procedures within the hospital's surgery department.

Job Details Are you a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner that is looking for a challenge and to be part of an innovative team?

ChristianaCare is recruiting for a Surgical NP or PA to work within our Surgery Department at both hospital campuses in Wilmington and Newark.

This is a full-time day position with a Monday – Friday schedule with a weekend requirement averaging every four or five.

Call is required at once every ten days.

Holiday on-call requirement is one holiday and one holiday weekend each year.

The qualified candidate will provide care to surgical patients, as a member of the surgical service team, primarily functioning in the operative care of surgical patients as assigned, including positioning, draping, first or second assisting and postoperative order writing.

Additional responsibilities include providing preoperative and postoperative care to surgical patients, including examination, wound care, care of drains, and discharges.

Compensation and Benefits Include: Competitive Base Salary plus Annual Quality Incentive Bonus Generous CME Paid Time and Allowance Six weeks + of Paid Time Off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out 12 weeks paid protected parental leave Opportunities for Career Growth 403(b) and Defined Contribution Plan Retirement Options with Employer Match

Education and Experience Requirements Graduate of a NP or PA accredited program Acute Care NP required with a RNFA certiication Must be licensed or be license eligible in Delaware.

Two years’ experience in operating room and inpatient management preferred.

Annual Compensation Range $119,583.00 - $153,472.00 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 Sep 4, 2027 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.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited NP or PA program and hold an Acute Care NP certification with an RNFA certification. Two years of experience in operating room and inpatient management is preferred, along with Delaware licensure.

  • professional certificate
  • postgraduate degree
  • Positioning
  • Wound care
  • Draping
  • Patient examination
  • Surgical assistance
  • Preoperative care
  • Postoperative care
  • Inpatient management
  • Operative care
  • Drain care

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Employee assistance program
  • Competitive base salary
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • Employer match
  • Defined contribution plan
  • Annual quality incentive bonus
  • CME paid time and allowance
  • Paid protected parental leave

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$119,583 - $153,472/yr
Location
Wilmington, Delaware
Posted
Sep 4, 2026
Closes
Sep 4, 2027
Application
Employer website
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ChristianaCare

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, ChristianaCare is one of the country’s most dynamic health care organizations, centered on improving health outcomes, making high-quality care more accessible and lowering health care costs. ChristianaCare includes an extensive network of...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

Advanced practice roles in Delaware

Advanced-practice roles in Delaware are often tied to hospitals, specialty clinics, and other settings that need clinicians who can manage complex patient care. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for accredited training, state licensure or eligibility, critical care experience, and current BLS and ACLS certifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your licensure status and certification dates before applying.

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