Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Sleep Wellness Center, Newark, DE

ChristianaCare; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 113,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare's Sleep Wellness Center in Newark, Delaware seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our collaborative team and provide outpatient sleep care.

The role emphasizes evaluating and managing a broad range of sleep disorders with a focus on patient-centered care and teamwork across the health system.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid DE license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Board certified (ANCC/AANP for NPs & NCCPA for PAs).
• Prescriptive Authority, DEA registration, BLS Required.
• Minimum two years' clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patient evaluations: conduct sleep-focused histories and exams.
• Sleep study management: order/evaluate PSGs, HSAT, nocturnal oximetry.
• Treatment planning: develop/adjust plans for sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy.
• Therapeutic management: prescribe CPAP/BiPAP and meds as allowed by licensure.
• Patient education: sleep hygiene, illness prevention, device use.
• Clinical triage: manage calls, coordinate follow-up care.

Skills

Sleep medicine

Outpatient care

Team collaboration

Board certification

Job description

Job Details

ChristianaCare's Sleep Wellness Center is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our dedicated team at the Christiana MAP2 clinic in Newark, Delaware.

Our collaborative, interdisciplinary team includes three physicians, one physician assistant, one nurse, and one psychologist, all committed to delivering exceptional sleep care. We are looking for a candidate with a strong interest in outpatient clinical care and a passion for teamwork.

Position Highlights:

• Daytime clinic hours with opportunities for virtual visits
• Evaluate and manage patients with a wide range of sleep disorders
• Serve as a resource for sleep care guidance across the health system

If you are an advanced practice clinician who values patient-centered care and collaborative practice, we invite you to join us in improving sleep health for our community.

Core Responsibilities

• Patient Evaluations: Conduct comprehensive sleep-focused medical histories and physical examinations to assess state of wellness and compliance with existing care plans.
• Sleep Study Management: Order and evaluate diagnostic tests, including polysomnograms (PSGs), home sleep apnea testing (HSAT), and nocturnal oxygen saturation monitoring.
• Treatment Planning: Develop and adjust individualized medical care plans for disorders such as sleep apnea, insomnia, and narcolepsy.
• Therapeutic Management: Prescribe appropriate medical equipment (e.g., CPAP, BiPAP) and medications as allowed by state licensure.
• Patient Education: Instruct patients and families on sleep hygiene, illness prevention, and the proper use of therapeutic devices.
• Clinical Triage: Manage patient calls, evaluate acute problems, and coordinate follow-up care between physician visits.

Qualification Requirements

• Must hold a valid DE license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Must be board certified (ANCC/AANP for NPs & NCCPA for PAs)
• - Prescriptive Authority, DEA registration, BLS Required
• A minimum of two years' clinical experience preferred

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Annual Compensation Range $112,554.00 - $139,477.00

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.

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/