ED Nurse Residency: Fast-Track to RN in 26 Weeks

ChristianaCare; Salem (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare is inviting senior nursing students, recent graduates, and new RNs to join the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program for the Summer 2027 cohort. The program combines classroom, simulation, and hands-on clinical training, with mentors and structured progression from GN to ED RN.

After completion, residents transition to Staff Nurse roles across ChristianaCare's ED locations. Applicants must have a Delaware RN license or Compact State license, be eligible for licensure, and

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.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 26-week ED nurse residency with classroom and clinical training.
• Develop critical thinking and emergency care skills.
• Transition to Staff Nurse upon successful program completion.
• Meet licensure requirements before program start date.

Education

BSN preferred

BLS certification

Delaware RN license or Compact State RN license

Job description

ChristianaCare is inviting senior nursing students, recent graduates, and new RNs to join the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program for the Summer 2027 cohort. The program combines classroom, simulation, and hands-on clinical training, with mentors and structured progression from GN to ED RN.

After completion, residents transition to Staff Nurse roles across ChristianaCare's ED locations. Applicants must have a Delaware RN license or Compact State license, be eligible for licensure, and