Advanced Practice Registered Nurses / Physician Assistants
Internal Number: 7066
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.
Overview
Summary:
This individual provides direct patient care as the Center's Physician Assistant according to established protocols, policies, procedures, and accepted standards of care. Functions within approved scope and credentials as approved by Beebe Medical Center credentialing committee. Follow established standards, procedures, and practices, and gives specific patient care directions to nursing and other staff. Must be able to obtain a Delaware license to practice in field of specialty and hold a DEA upon eligibility.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive assessments of general surgery patients, including history taking, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations. Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with surgeons, intensivists, and other healthcare professionals. Provide advanced clinical care, including post-operative management, wound care, and other necessary procedures. Monitor patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient response. Educate patients and their families on surgical procedures, post-operative care, and discharge instructions. Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure continuity of care from admission through discharge and follow-up. Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements. Serve as first assist in the OR Provide consultations in the emergency department and on the nursing units
Qualifications
Master’s degree from accredited PA program with first assist. Current BLS certification or obtained prior to providing direct patient care is required. Licensed in the state of Delaware or able to obtain prior to beginning.
Advanced clinical skills in surgical care, including post-operative management and emergency response. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work effectively in a high-stress, fast-paced environment. Commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care.
Competencies Skills
Essential: * Clear Communication Skills Both Written and Verbal * Knowledge Of Basic Computer Programs * Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members * Able To Withstand Crisis Situations * Has Skills to Provides Customer Service to Patients, Team Members and Visitors
Beebe Healthcare serves the Sussex County community with a medical center located in beautiful, historic Lewes, Delaware, and convenient outpatient locations throughout the county. Founded in 1916 by two physician brothers, Drs. James Beebe and Richard C. Beebe, the medical center in Lewes is a 210-licensed-bed, not-for-profit seaside community hospital. Beebe's specialized service lines include cardiac and vascular, surgical services, oncology, women's health, and orthopaedic services. Beebe offers an array of inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and diagnostic services.
Beebe's five satellite campuses offer imaging, physical rehabilitation, and lab services, as well as walk-in care centers. In addition, Beebe offers Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine and Diabetes Management & Medical Nutrition Therapy.
With a mission to serve the community, Beebe also offers many free screenings and outreach programs through its Population Health Department; and advanced medical care for those who are recuperating at home through Beebe Home Care Services.
Beebe is also training the next generation of nurses through the Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing, located behind the Medical Cente...r in Lewes.
Beebe's Medical Staff has grown tremendously since the early 1990s. Employed physicians through Beebe Medical Group and our affiliated physicians on Beebe's Medical Staff now serve patients from Milford to Millville in specialties including cardiac surgery, dermatology, endocrinology, family practice, gastroenterology, general surgery, internal medicine, pediatric neurology, and surgical oncology.
Beebe is proud to offer quality care, close to home for the residents and visitors of Sussex County.