A post-acute care Nurse Practitioner opportunity is available in Wilmington, Delaware, serving patients in a skilled nursing and long-term care setting. This in-person, employed position offers a flexible time-off structure and a robust benefits package, making it a strong fit for an NP who values clinical autonomy in a collaborative, lower-acuity environment. Wilmington's mid-Atlantic location, affordable cost of living relative to nearby Philadelphia and Washington D.C., and access to a well-established regional healthcare network round out the appeal.
Perks and Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) options
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Flex time off — flexible PTO structure rather than a fixed accrual bank
- Professional liability insurance provided
- Access to more than 300 CME/CE offerings through an internal learning platform
Practice Highlights
- Post-acute care specialty focus — skilled nursing facility and/or long-term care patient population
- In-person, on-site clinical practice in Wilmington, Delaware
- Supported by a large national post-acute care clinical infrastructure with established protocols and peer resources
- Access to a broad network of specialist colleagues and clinical support across the region
Qualifications
- Current Nurse Practitioner licensure in Delaware, or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Completion of an accredited NP training program (Family, Adult-Gerontology, or related primary care focus preferred for post-acute setting)
- Ability to commute to or relocate to Wilmington, Delaware — on-site presence required
- Comfort managing the full spectrum of post-acute and long-term care acuity, including chronic disease management, transitions of care, and acute-on-chronic presentations
About the Community
Wilmington is Delaware's largest city, positioned along the Christina and Brandywine rivers at the northern tip of the state — less than 30 minutes from Philadelphia and within easy reach of Baltimore and Washington D.C. The city offers a low state income tax environment, a revitalized riverfront district with dining and cultural amenities, and access to excellent public and private schools in the surrounding suburbs. Outdoor recreation along Brandywine Creek State Park and the broader Brandywine Valley, combined with a cost of living well below that of neighboring major metros, makes Wilmington a compelling base for clinicians who want urban access without urban overhead.