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Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical - 4W
FT Day Shift - (Hours: 7a -7:30p) Weekend & Holidays - per department guidelines.
Wilmington, DE
Christiana Care - Wilmington Hospital seeks an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for our 4W Medical Surgical Unit.
The Unit
The Registered Nurses in this Medical Surgical Unit care for various surgical patients, including orthopedic, plastics, and more. The patient population also includes a variety of medical patients. This is a 49-bed unit with an acuity level of moderate. This provides an excellent learning opportunity with exposure to various medical and surgical patients! Click here to learn more about ChristianaCare - Medical Surgical Unit - 4W
ChristianaCare Offers:
- Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
- Two retirement planning offerings, including 403(b) with company contributions.
- Generous paid time off with annual rollover and opportunities to cash out.
- 12-week paid parental leave.
- Tuition assistance
- Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to , access to backup care services for dependents through , retirement planning services, financial mentor, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!
Education & Experience Requirements:
- RN licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of Delaware.
- BSN required or commitment to obtaining a BSN within three years of hire date.
- One year of nursing experience in a hospital acute care setting is required.
- BLS Certification is required.
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.
Clinical Nurse Specialist - 5B Medical Unit
FT (M-F 8-10-hour Shift)
Wilmington, DE
ChristianaCare Wilmington Hospital is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to lead and promote advancements in professionalism and competency within the nursing team. This role involves integrating and applying research findings into nursing practice to facilitate positive change.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist will function as an Advanced Practice Clinician, providing direct patient care, educating staff and patients/families, offering consultation, and engaging in research activities.
Directions/Supervision Received:
Chief Nursing Officer / Nurse Manager
Principal Duties and Responsibilities include:
Acts as a clinical consultant and resource to patients, family, and staff in the area of specialty.
Provides advanced practice care and treatment for complex patients throughout the system.
Collaborates with professionals from multiple disciplines to enhance patient outcomes.
Appropriately utilizes advanced clinical decision-making skills.
Collaborates with the supervising psychiatrist regarding findings and recommendations of treatment.
Provides teaching and counseling to select patients and families.
Collaborates in the review of educational materials.
Assists staff in the development of innovative and cost-effective patient programs of care.
Utilizes, participates in, and disseminates research to enhance evidence-based practice.
Promotes research-based practice in the provision of nursing care.
Provides a comprehensive evaluation of the patient’s current status, past psychiatric history, and mental status.
Consistently guides staff in professional development and acts as a mentor.
Actively participates in Performance Improvement initiatives.
Provides direct patient care as needed.
Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to provide coordination and continuity of care appropriate to adolescent, neonatal, and adult patients. This includes knowledge of growth and development, the ability to obtain and interpret information to identify patient needs, and to provide the care needed.
Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices; reports to supervisor promptly any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients, and visitors.
About Us
ChristianaCare is one of the country’s most dynamic healthcare organizations, centered on improving health outcomes, making high-quality care more accessible, and lowering healthcare costs. ChristianaCare includes an extensive network of outpatient services, home health care, urgent care centers, three hospitals (1,450 beds), a free-standing emergency department, a Level I trauma center, a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a comprehensive stroke center, and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care, and women’s health.
ChristianaCare Offers
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
Two retirement planning offerings, including 403(b) with company contributions.
Generous paid time off with annual rollover and opportunities to cash out.
12-week paid parental leave
Tuition assistance
Exceptional Work/Life balance benefits including annual membership to , access to backup care services for dependents through , retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, and much more!
Education And Experience Requirements:
Active Delaware RN Licensure or compact state license required.
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) license in the state of Delaware required.
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) as a clinical nurse specialist required.
Professional Certification Required (Medical-Surgical Certification preferred).
At least five years of relevant clinical nursing experience in an inpatient hospital setting preferred.
Candidates must know the nursing process, research design, and possess the ability to engage with leadership, teaching, group dynamics, problem-solving, system coordination, and staff development
BLS certification required.
CNS Students with expected graduation date within 15 months are encouraged to apply.
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.
Emergency Department Per Diem Registered Nurse
Do you enjoy having variety and new experiences in your career? Leverage your experience and talent, in a collaborative work environment that allows you to partner with multi-disciplinary colleagues committed to providing the safest patient care in a mission drive organization. ChristianaCare provides superior, around-the-clock emergency and trauma services to the people of Delaware and the surrounding region.
The emergency departments at ChristianaCare’s Christiana Hospital, Wilmington Hospital, Union Hospital, and the free-standing emergency department in Middletown, Delaware treat a combined total of more than 225,000 patients each year, making our doctors, nurses and support staff among the most experienced emergency medical professionals in the region. ChristianaCare’s Emergency Department is ranked 24th in the United States and 15th on the East Coast in number of patient visits, according to data from the American Hospital Association.
ChristianaCare is seeking Registered Nurses for our Emergency Per Diem Pool. Candidate should be flexible to work at Christiana Hospital, Wilmington Hospital and Middletown Emergency Departments as required by business need.
Highlights:
Our emergency department per diem registered nurses go to three of our Emergency Departments.
Wilmington Hospital and Christiana Hospital are Magnet Status hospitals!
Flexible self-scheduling!
We offer competitive pay rates with shift & weekend differentials.
What to Expect:
Pay rates are based upon the amount of hours you commit to on a monthly basis. You may sign up for 36-hour, 60-hour, and 84-hour commitments in 4 weeks blocks.
We provide orientation at all three sites.
Requirements:
Commitment to obtaining BSN within three years of date of hire can be considered with relevant experience.
2 years of Med/Surg RN experience in an Acute Care setting required. Emergency Department experience is strongly preferred.
ACLS and PALS required. TNCC strongly preferred.
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.
Registered Nurse Surgical Obs
Full-time/flex 36 hours weekly
Flexibility to work all shifts - Day/Evening and Evening/Overnight Shift hours. The predominant shift will be 12-hour shifts.
Weekends and Holidays, – per the department guidelines.
Newark Location
Christiana Hospital is currently recruiting for Registered Nurse II to support our Surgical Observation Unit. The Surgical Obs nurse selected will be expected to train in Prep and Holding, PACU Phase II, and Surgical Observation. They will also assume responsibility and accountability for adult patients, admitted for observation and inpatient admission awaiting bed availability following a surgical procedure. Patients may require a level of care up to and including centralized cardiac monitoring and pulse oximetry monitoring. Deliver care using the nursing process in collaboration with other healthcare team members.
ChristianaCare Benefits
Incredible Work/Life benefits include an annual membership to , access to backup care services for dependents through , retirement planning services, financial mentor, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and excellent discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more! We also provide tuition assistance for degree programs, and for some Nursing programs, we offer to pre-pay. Our medical/dental/vision benefits are available to our caregivers on their first day of employment! We offer two different mechanisms for planning for your retirement, a 403(b) and a defined contribution plan.
Detailed responsibilities:
Performs and documents accurate clinical assessments of patients on admission and throughout hospital stay according to established standards. Assesses the need for referrals for discharge planning.
Identifies actual and potential problems for which the patient is at risk.
Initiates follow and modifies a nursing plan of care based on assessment and diagnosis.
Assesses and documents patient response to interventions.
Individualizes guiding methods to best suit patients and their family learning needs and abilities. Revises educational plans to meet needs as they change.
Encourages patient/family participation in the discharge process and informed decision-making.
Coordinates medications safely and optimally.
Responds optimally to patient crisis situations as outlined in unit-specific standards.
Initiates and participates in team meetings and interdisciplinary discussions regarding patient care or practice. Elicits input from other team members. Hand-offs are accurate and include the patient or family’s input to ensure concerns or needs are being addressed.
Demonstrates skills and knowledge vital to delivering care to patients 16 years of age and older. This includes knowledge of growth and development as well as the ability to acquire and interpret information to identify patient needs and to provide equivalent care.
Establishes and maintains a sound knowledge base of nursing care vital for the specific patient population. Shares clinical knowledge through mentoring of others.
Apply effective verbal and written communication skills with patients, families, co-workers, management, physicians, and ancillary department staff.
Optimally delegate duties and tasks to other nursing staff after assessment of capability and scope of responsibilities.
Encourages each team member’s contributions.
Improves the professional growth of self by staying current in clinical practice, incorporating research into practice, and participating in teams, committees, and task forces. Supports unit Shared Decision-Making activities.
Represents the patient when the patient cannot represent their self.
Seeks available resources to help understand, formulate, and implement ethical decisions.
Requirements:
BSN Preferred, dedication to acquiring BSN within three years of the date of hire can be considered with relevant experience.
Qualified applicants MUST have at least two years of experience in med/surg., Surgical experience preferred
Current RN licensure in the State of Delaware
BLS required.
ACLS, PALS, and TNCC are required within 6 months of hire.
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.
Operating Room Nurse $10K Sign-On-Bonus (for eligible candidate)
Full-time 80 hours bi-weekly- Day/Evening (8-hour shifts)
Weekend and Holidays per the guidelines of the department.
Location: Wilmington
Are you seeking a Registered Nurse II role with our amazing Wilmington Operating Room team? Christiana Hospital & Wilmington Hospital is the only Level I trauma service on the East Coast corridor between Philadelphia & Baltimore and has been honored repeatedly as "One of America’s Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report and three-times recognized as a Magnet Status Hospital.
ChristianaCare Benefits
Incredible Work/Life benefits include an annual membership to , access to backup care services for dependents through , retirement planning services, financial mentor, an on-site gym facility, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and excellent discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!
We also provide tuition assistance for degreed programs, and for some Nursing programs, we offer to pre-pay. Our medical/dental/vision benefits are available to our caregivers on their first day of employment! And we offer two different mechanisms for planning for your retirement, a 403(b) and a defined contribution plan.
Wilmington Hospital Operating Room team environment is a home away from home. A team that cares about quality and works together in unison and harmony to create a superb outcome. Would you like to be part of this?
We are currently recruiting for a full-time Registered Nurse to work day/evening - 80 hours bi-weekly. This position will have day rotation to evening shifts, and on-call obligations. Weekend and Holidays per the guidelines of the department.
The selected RN will be an upbeat Operating Room Registered Nurse who wants to be a part of a growing operating room team passionate about providing excellent clinical outcomes through caring service to our patients and their families.
Requirements:
- BSN preferred.
- Commitment to obtaining within three years of date of hire can be considered with relevant experience.
- Current RN licensure required
- At least 2 years of Operating Room Experience is required.
- Knowledge of multiple specialties preferred.
- knowledge of ophthalmology and robotics specialties preferred
- CNOR certification a plus.
The successful candidate may be eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus to be paid over a period of 12 months
Hourly Pay Range: $41.28 - $66.05This 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.
Registered Nurse on Inpatient Surgical Intermediate/Step-Down Unit- Midnights
Christiana Care is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for our Surgical Intermediate Step-Down Unit, 4D. This is a 35-bed Intermediate Care/Stepdown inpatient unit, caring for adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. This unit cares for patients requiring nursing interventions Q2-Q4 hours. Are you ready for a higher level of care?
Highlights:
- Four time recognized as Magnet Status Hospital!
- Growth Opportunities defined by our Clinical Ladder.
- Full medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
- 403b with defined contributions.
- Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out
- Tuition assistance.
Requirements:
- BSN required; or commitment to obtaining within three years of date of hire.
- One year of nursing experience required. Two years' of nursing experience in an acute care setting is strongly preferred.
- Licensed or license eligibility in the state of Delaware.
- BLS Certification required.
- ACLS required within 1 year of hire
Hours: This is a full-time position of 72 hours per pay/36 hours per week. The hours for this position are Overnights of 7 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. This requires a weekend rotation and follows internal weekend requirement practice. Holidays required per organization policy.
Hourly Pay Range: $41.28 - $66.05This 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.
Registered Nurse (RN) - HVIS Float Pool
Full Time ; 72 hours/pay
8-hour, 10-hour or 12-hour shifts
Some weekends and holidays
Newark, DE
ChristianaCare is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for our Float Pool within our ChristianaCare's Center for Heart & Vascular Health. The RN would work in our Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology (IR) Lab and HVIS Prep & Hold department.
Our Cardiac Cath Lab specializes in the latest methods of evaluating and treating coronary artery disease. Our cardiologists are among the region's most experienced in diagnostic and interventional cardiac cath procedures.
Vascular Interventional Radiology treats complex conditions like cancer and heart disease, as well as enlarged prostates and uterine fibroids. Using advanced imaging, our experts can see inside the human body and provide treatment less invasively and with unmatched precision.
The HVIS Prep & Hold is a 36 bed preparation and recovery unit for inpatients and outpatients undergoing procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization, Electrophysiology, and Vascular Interventional Radiology Labs, as well as elective cardioversions.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- BSN required or commitment to obtaining BSN within three years from your date of hire.
- Must have at least three years of nursing experience required
- Must have at least three years of nursing experience in Procedural & Recovery settings required
- BLS required
- ACLS required
- Delaware RN licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of Delaware required
ChristianaCare Offers:
- Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
- Two retirement planning offerings, including 403(b) with company contributions
- Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out
- 12 week paid parental leave
- Tuition assistance
- Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to , access to backup care services for dependents through , retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!
ChristianaCare is a nonprofit teaching health system with Magnet-Designation. It is one of the country’s most dynamic healthcare organizations, centered on improving health outcomes, making high-quality care more accessible and lowering healthcare costs. ChristianaCare includes an extensive network of outpatient services, home health care, urgent care centers, three hospitals (1,299 beds), a free-standing emergency department, a Level I trauma center and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a comprehensive stroke center and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care and women’s health. It is continually ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Hospital. With the unique CareVio data-powered care coordination service and a focus on population health and value-based care, ChristianaCare is shaping the future of health care.
Hourly Pay Range: $41.28 - $66.05This 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.
Registered Nurse (RN) – 4N Medical Stepdown
Night Shift - (Hours: 7p -7a) Weekend & Holidays per department guidelines.
Wilmington, DE
ChristianaCare - Wilmington Hospital seeks an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for our 4N Medical Stepdown Unit.
The Unit
4N is a Medical Stepdown Unit caring for patients with diagnoses affecting all systems: Pneumonia, COPD, HF, Stroke, change in mental status, diabetes, wounds, UTI, Pancreatitis, and cellulitis. The patient population includes adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. The unit provides staff with various learning experiences in a fast-paced environment.
Working on a mixed-acuity unit will enable you to become ACLS certified, learn from critical and emergent patient situations, and apply best practice techniques from evidence-based care. We encourage an environment of growth and expanding knowledge, promoting the clinical ladder, openness, and inclusivity. We have nurses who have been on our unit for over 15 years, and welcome anyone who is looking to find a place to grow into an excellent nurse.
ChristianaCare Offers:
- Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
- Two retirement planning offerings, including 403(b) with company contributions.
- Generous paid time off with annual rollover and opportunities to cash out.
- 12-week paid parental leave.
- Tuition assistance
- Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to , access to backup care services for dependents through , retirement planning services, financial mentor, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, and much more!
Education & Experience:
- Delaware RN License or Compact Nursing License.
- BSN Preferred or commitment to obtaining BSN within 3 years of hire date.
- RN with 1-2 years of experience in acute care or sub-acute care experience preferred.
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.
Registered Nurse (RN) Ortho Neuro Trauma - Day/Midnights
Our Ortho/Neuro/Trauma Unit (2C) is seeking a Registered Nurse. This unit is a surgical inpatient unit located at our ChristianaCare Newark Campus. The patient population is very diverse and has a wide range of individual and special needs, encompassing patients with multiple and complex fractures and traumatic brain injuries, usually as a result of a traumatic episode. Are you ready to join this elite team of nurses? This requires a dedicated, knowledgeable, competent and flexible nurse. The Ortho Neuro Trauma unit is a 35 bed semi-private and private room unit, there is a gym located for physical therapy directly on the unit. The patient population is an adult population.
Highlights:
- Four times recognized as a Magnet Status Hospital!
- Forbes named us one of the top 5 Best Healthcare Employers in the nation.
- Growth opportunities defined by our clinical ladder.
- Generous paid time off, competitive pay with shift differentials, 403b, robust healthcare benefits package and tuition reimbursement.
Requirements:
o Registered Nursing license.
o Associates Degree in Nursing with a commitment to obtaining BSN within three years of date of hire.
o At least 1 year of relevant experience required.
o BLS required; ACLS preferred.
Hours:
This is for a full-time flex rotating schedule of 72 hours per pay with shift combinations of 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. Weekends and Holidays are expected per the department requirement.
Hourly Pay Range: $41.28 - $66.05This 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.
Critical Care Float Pool Registered Nurse
We seek an experienced RN with a passion for care, a drive for clinical excellence, a reputation for being a standout colleague. Gain career-enhancing experiences collaborating with our multidisciplinary teams, who value and recognize your talents in providing patient-centered care for all of our patients. Team members work as part of our contingent workforce, providing care in our hospitals.
Highlights:
- Thrice recognized as Magnet Status Hospital!
- Growth Opportunities defined by our Clinical Ladder.
- Generous PTO, Competitive pay with shift differentials & Robust Benefits Package.
- Flexible self-scheduling.
Christiana Care Health System, a Magnet®-designated health care organization, is seeking hospital-based nurses to join our Float Pool Team in Newark and Wilmington, Delaware. Critical Care Float Pool positions currently being offered are 72 hours per pay/Full Time Flex. Possible shifts could be 8s, 10s or 12 hour shifts on Day, Evening and Midnight schedules. Float to the following areas: Cardiovascular Critical Care Complex, Neuro ICU, Surgical Critical Care Complex, Medical ICU and Wilmington ICU, with occasional coverage of step down or progressive units.
The successful candidate should have the following:
- BSN or commitment to obtaining BSN within three years of date of hire.
- Two years of ICU experience is required
- BLS required
- ACLS is required within 6 months of hire
Christiana Care offers remarkable resources and phenomenal benefits to support our nurses and their careers. As one of the area’s most respected health systems, we know just how vital the nurse’s role is in maintaining the level of sophisticated care we’re known for. Here, nursing is a centerpiece of the care continuum, valued by physicians and hospital management alike.
Hourly Pay Range: $41.28 - $66.05This 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.