BREAST SURGERY - NURSE PRACTITIONER (NP)

Beebe Healthcare; Rehoboth Beach (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Beebe Healthcare seeks a Breast Center Advanced Practice Provider to deliver direct patient care under approved protocols. You will work within Beebe Medical Center's credentialing framework to manage high-risk breast patients, order imaging, and coordinate referrals to oncology as needed.

Ideal candidates have an NP or PA credential in Delaware, national certification, and DEA eligibility. A strong emphasis is placed on clinical assessment, documentation accuracy, and patient communication in a

Qualifications

• Completion of a Nurse Practitioner program approved by the ACNP.
• Must hold current license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Delaware, national board certification, a Certificate of Authority by the Delaware Board of Nursing as a certified Nurse Practitioner.
• Prescriptive authority as issued by the Delaware Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for high-risk breast patients per NCCN guidelines.
• Order imaging and coordinate referrals to medical oncology when needed.
• Assess post-op patients for complications and document findings.
• Perform breast exams at recommended intervals and manage dense breast cases.
• Communicate clearly with patients and staff, maintain confidentiality and accuracy.

Skills

Communication

Clinical assessment

Pharmacology knowledge

Emergency response

Education

Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

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

This individual provides direct patient care as the breast center advanced practice provider 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. Follows established nursing standards procedures and practices and gives specific patient care directions to nursing and other staff.

Responsibilities

Management of High-Risk Patients:

Order appropriate imaging based on NCCN guidelines.

Discuss risk reduction strategies (exercise, limiting alcohol, risk reduction medication, maintaining healthy BMI).

Breast exam every 6 to 12 months.

Management of patients with history of breast cancer.

Order appropriate imaging.

Genetic testing if needed.

Referrals to medical oncology if needed.

Ordering of Genetic Testing

Assess post op patients (complications such as hematoma, seroma, infection).

Interpretation of Abnormal imaging (setting patient up for biopsy with surgeon).

Management of benign breast disease (breast cysts, breast pain).

Management of patients with Dense Breasts.

Assessing patients for lymphedema.

Appropriate referrals to physical therapy.

Ability to apply appropriate clinical assessment skills for patient services. Ability to evaluate necessary diagnostics. Ability to accurately document in detail for services rendered. Demonstrates competency in patient care assessment. Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in a concise easily understood manner. Open and receptive to continuous competency education as needed to provide appropriate care. Support organizational leadership training opportunities. Exude punctuality in compliance with hospital policy mandates.

Qualifications

Completion of a Nurse Practitioner program approved by the ACNP. Must hold current license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Delaware, national board certification, a Certificate of Authority by the Delaware Board of Nursing as a certified Nurse Practitioner. Prescriptive authority as issued by the Delaware Board of Nursing.

• Must have DEA license or be eligible to apply for DEA number and license.
• Must have a valid BLS and ACLS card upon hire.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required.

Ability to perform BLS. Must have knowledge of pharmacology principles and surgical procedures and in-depth anatomy; skill in manual dexterity; ability to assess clinical situations and initiate appropriate treatment, interpret laboratory data, respond to emergency situations, coordinate work schedules to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency and ability to recognize and document any pathophysiology.

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"

Credentials

Nonessential:* ADV PRACT NURSE - Advanced Practical Nurse

Other Information

Completion of a Nurse Practitioner program approved by the ACNP. Must hold current license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Delaware, national board certification, a Certificate of Authority by the Delaware Board of Nursing as a certified Nurse Practitioner. Prescriptive authority as issued by the Delaware Board of Nursing.

• Must have DEA license or be eligible to apply for DEA number and license.
• Must have a valid BLS and ACLS card upon hire.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required.

Ability to perform BLS. Must have knowledge of pharmacology principles and surgical procedures and in-depth anatomy; skill in manual dexterity; ability to assess clinical situations and initiate appropriate treatment, interpret laboratory data, respond to emergency situations, coordinate work schedules to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency and ability to recognize and document any pathophysiology.