Pharmacy Residency Program, Delaware
- Overview
- Experiences & Structure
- Benefits & Location
- Leadership & Faculty
- Apply
Program Overview
Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware is a multispecialty, tertiary care teaching hospital located on a scenic 300-acre estate in Wilmington’s Brandywine Valley. The hospital is affiliated with leading schools of pharmacy and medicine, giving residents a strong academic foundation and access to diverse teaching opportunities.
Our PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program develops compassionate, clinically skilled pharmacists who are prepared for the demands of pediatric hospital care. Graduates are well-positioned to pursue a PGY2 pediatric specialty residency or to transition directly into a hospital-based role as a clinical pharmacist.
Over the course of one year, you will gain broad experience in both distributive and clinical environments. Training also includes opportunities to educate patients, families, and health care professionals on drug-related topics, building confidence as a communicator and teacher.
The program emphasizes the development of critical thinking, problem solving, and professional maturity. You’ll be guided by a supportive advisory committee, contribute to medication safety and quality improvement initiatives, and benefit from a culture that values diversity, collaboration, and lifelong learning.
Delaware Pharmacy Residency at a Glance
Our PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program offers the structure, flexibility, and support you need to grow as a clinical pharmacist.
23
years of program history
27
program alumni
2
Current residents
Customized learning experience schedules with three elective opportunities.
Dedicated research time with personalized project selection and mentorship.
Advanced patient care activities including therapeutic drug monitoring, patient counseling, and bedside emergency response.
Opportunities to teach, precept students, and earn an ASHP-accredited teaching certificate.
Supportive, inclusive culture with guidance from a dedicated residency advisory committee.
Educational Opportunities & Professional Growth
The PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware, blends structured clinical learning experiences with academic opportunities, teaching, scholarship, and professional development. Residents build the skills to excel as clinical pharmacists while benefiting from affiliations with leading pharmacy schools and a collaborative hospital environment.
Program Structure
The PGY1 Pharmacy residency is a 12-month (52-week) program with two resident positions available each year.
Residents also participate in central pharmacy staffing, including one weekend every two weeks and two hospital-recognized holidays.
Learning Experiences
Residents complete required, elective, and longitudinal learning experiences designed to build strong clinical and professional foundations. Throughout the year, residents collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage complex pediatric cases, and develop specialized skills.
Required Learning Experiences
- Orientation
- General Pediatrics I
- Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Infectious Diseases Consult Service
- Hematology/Oncology
- Pharmacy Leadership & Management
- Education & Teaching
Elective Learning Experiences
Your residency year isn’t one-size-fits-all. In addition to required learning experiences, you can choose electives that align with your interests and career goals. Opportunities include:
- Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
- General Pediatrics II
- Pharmacogenomics
- Antimicrobial Stewardship Program
- Medication Safety
- ChristianaCare NICU
Longitudinal Learning Experiences
Throughout the year, residents participate in ongoing learning experiences that provide continuity and opportunities to build skills over time. Experiences include:
- Formal Project
- Medication Use Evaluation
- Investigational Drug Service
- Central Pharmacy Operations
- Medical Writing
Required Projects
- Formal Project, including a platform presentation and manuscript suitable for publication
- Therapeutic Class Review
- Medication Use Evaluation
- Continuing Education (CE) Presentation
- Medication Monograph
- Rotation-Specific Projects, including patient case presentations, journal clubs, in-services, and more
Academic Affiliations & Teaching
Our partnerships with leading schools of pharmacy and health systems provide residents with a strong academic network and diverse teaching opportunities. Affiliates include:
- Thomas Jefferson University School of Pharmacy
- ChristianaCare Health System
- Saint Joseph's University, Philadelphia College of Pharmacy
Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware serves as the program’s primary teaching hospital.
Residents work closely with pharmacy students, gaining experience in precepting and mentoring. An ASHP-accredited teaching certificate program is available through our academic partners.
Program Benefits for Pediatric Pharmacy Residents
Salary & Benefits
Nemours offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Salary: $58,656
Benefits
- Full-time employee benefits package
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free on-site parking
- Free wellness program and 24/7 gym access
- On-site childcare center
- Free access to the historic Nemours Estate
Pharmacy residents receive a travel stipend for the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting and Pediatric Pharmacy Association (PPA) meeting.
Training at Nemours in Delaware Valley
Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware, sits on a scenic, 300-acre estate in Wilmington’s Brandywine Valley. It’s the largest pediatric training site in our system, big enough to offer nearly every specialty, yet close-knit enough that faculty know their learners well. From the start, you’ll notice a culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and curiosity.
Hospital & Training Environment
Most of your training takes place at our children’s hospital in Wilmington, a nationally recognized destination for complex pediatric care. It’s the state’s only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and home to a Level IV NICU, so you’ll see the full range of high-acuity cases. Families come from across the region, giving you exposure to diverse conditions and hands-on learning in a true referral hub. Take a video tour of the hospital now.
Along with Nemours, you may also spend time at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia and other partner hospitals. These learning experiences bring variety in community pediatrics and patient populations you won’t see every day in Wilmington.
Living in Wilmington & Delaware Valley
Wilmington is easy to settle into. It’s affordable, manageable in size, and just a short train ride from Philadelphia. Baltimore and Washington, D.C., are also close by. Need fresh air? The Brandywine Valley has trails, rivers, and historic gardens. Want more energy? Philly has food, arts, and sports at a world-class level. Here, you get the best of both worlds.
Research Opportunities
Research is part of the program. Some trainees work in the lab, others join clinical trials, and many focus on quality improvement. Supported by faculty mentors and dedicated resources, trainees may also present at national meetings or publish in peer-reviewed journals.
Resident & Fellow Life
Training here isn’t only about rotations and research. It’s also about having the space and support to enjoy the journey.
Community & Culture | Colleagues quickly become friends. Alumni talk about the camaraderie, the sense that you’re part of something bigger, and the ease of finding mentors who genuinely care.
Wellness & Support | Wellness is built into the experience. From apps and peer networks to professional counseling, resources are there when you need them. There's also a free 24/7 gym on campus and regular wellness programming.
Everyday Perks | Free parking. Meals at noon conference. On-site child care center. Call rooms and quiet spaces when you need rest. These make a difference in the rhythm of daily training.
Unique Setting | As part of the Nemours Estate, you can step outside into beautiful gardens and expansive green space. Program-sponsored outings and social traditions add to the sense of balance and community.
Train With Recognized Leaders
Train with faculty who are respected leaders in their fields and a patient care model that stands apart.
Our Leadership
Erin Hanley, PharmD, MBA, BCPPS
Residency Program Director
- Education: PharmD, Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy
- Training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy Residency, University of Kentucky UK HealthCare
Shannon Chan, PharmD
Director of Pharmacy Clinical Operations
- Education: RPh and PharmD, Temple University School of Pharmacy
- Training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
Meet Our Team
Lisa Brown, BSPharm, PharmD, CCRP
Lead Clinical Pharmacist — Investigational Drug Service
- Education: BSPharm, Rutgers College of Pharmacy and PharmD, University of Colorado Anshutz Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Benjamin Duong, PharmD
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist — Clinical Pharmacogenomics Service Manager
- Education: University of Florida College of Pharmacy
- Training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Memorial Hospital Miramar and PGY2 Clinical Pharmacogenomics Residency, University of Florida College of Pharmacy
Ozioma Duru, PharmD
Medication Safety Officer — Delaware Valley
- Education: PharmD, Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, University of the Sciences
- Training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Veteran’s Affairs North Texas Health Care System
Kailey Grimm, PharmD, BCPPS
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist — Clinical Informatics
- Education: PharmD, University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy
- Training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency and PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy Residency, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt
Mathew Mason, PharmD, BCIDP
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist — Infectious Disease, Co-Director of Antimicrobial Stewardship
- Education: PharmD, Thomas Jefferson University College of Pharmacy
- Training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, ChristianaCare Health System and PGY2 Infectious Disease Pharmacy Residency, Houston Methodist Hospital
Lisa Montgomery, PharmD
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist — General Pediatrics
- Education: PharmD, University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy
- Training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware
Samantha Mumford, PharmD, BCNSP
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist — Neonatal Intensive Care and Co-Chair Nutrition Support
- Education: PharmD, University of Maryland School of Pharmacy
- Training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware
Robert Okwemba, PharmD, MBA
Clinical Pharmacist Lead — Non-Sterile Operations
- Education: PharmD, Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and MBA, The Johns Hopkins University, Carey Business School
Elizabeth Patt, PharmD, BCPPS
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist — Pediatric Cardiology (CICU)
- Education: PharmD, University at Buffalo School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy Residency, University of Kentucky UK HealthCare
Dave Procaccini, PharmD, MPH, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CACP, CPHQ
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist — Drug Information & Formulary Management
- Education: PharmD, Duquesne University, Mylan School of Pharmacy and MPH, The Johns Hopkins University, Bloomberg School of Public Health
- Training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, West Virginia University Hospitals & School of Pharmacy and PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy Residency, Texas Children’s Hospital
Michael Reedy, PharmD, BCPPS
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist — Pediatric Critical Care
- Education: PharmD, Thomas Jefferson University College of Pharmacy
- Training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Hannah Schalles, PharmD
Clinical Pharmacist
- Education: PharmD, Cedarville University School of Pharmacy
- Training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware
Alexandra Tamburri, PharmD
Resident
- Education: PharmD, University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy
Nadeen Yotnotsian, PharmD
Resident
- Education: PharmD, Chapman University School of Pharmacy
How to Apply
All candidates must apply through PhORCAS.
Deadline: January 5, 2027
Start Date: June 21, 2027
Application Requirements
- Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited program.
- Participant in National Matching Services (NMS).
- Participant in PhORCAS and submission of the following prior to the designated application deadline:
- Letter of intent (LOI)
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Official transcripts from all colleges of pharmacy attended
- Three letters of recommendation (LOR)
- Eligible for Delaware pharmacy licensure or current Delaware pharmacy licensure.
Questions About Applying?
Erin Hanley, PharmD, MBA, BCPPS
Program Director
(302) 651-5845
erin.hanley@nemours.org