ED Nurse Residency: 26-Week Path to RN

ChristianaCare; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare invites nursing graduates and new RNs to join the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program, beginning July 19, 2027. The comprehensive 26-week curriculum blends classroom, simulation, and hands-on clinical training in our EDs.

Residents work with ED nurses to build clinical expertise, then transition to Staff Nurse after completion. Applicants should have a Delaware RN license or Compact State licensure and BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program before June 2027 (BSN preferred).
• Hold or obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Have less than 12 months of RN experience by the program start date.
• Hold a Delaware RN license or Compact State RN license before the start date.
• Be willing and able to work all shifts: days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 26-week Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program with classroom, simulation, and hands-on clinical training.
• Work side-by-side with experienced ED nurses to develop knowledge, skills, and critical thinking for a fast-paced ED.
• Transition from Graduate Nurse to Emergency Department RN and participate in residency meetings in months 8, 10, and 12.

Skills

BLS certification

Flexible shifts

Education

BSN preferred

Graduate from accredited nursing program

Tools

Delaware RN license

Job description

ChristianaCare invites nursing graduates and new RNs to join the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program, beginning July 19, 2027. The comprehensive 26-week curriculum blends classroom, simulation, and hands-on clinical training in our EDs.

Residents work with ED nurses to build clinical expertise, then transition to Staff Nurse after completion. Applicants should have a Delaware RN license or Compact State licensure and BSN preferred.