ED Nurse Residency: Launch Your ER RN Career

ChristianaCare; Glen Mills (Delaware County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The ChristianaCare Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program is a 26-week program that blends classroom instruction, simulation, and hands-on ED training to transition new graduates into Emergency Department Registered Nurses.

Applicants must complete an accredited nursing program by June 2027 (BSN preferred), hold BLS, and be eligible for Delaware or Compact RN licensure, with a commitment to work all shifts. The program begins July 19, 2027.

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 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

• Participate in classroom and simulation-based education.
• Engage in preceptor-led clinical experiences in the ED.
• Develop critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient care.
• Commit to employment with ChristianaCare for two years and on original unit for at least 15 months.

Skills

BLS Certification

Shift flexibility

Education

Accredited nursing program (BSN preferred)

Job description

The ChristianaCare Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program is a 26-week program that blends classroom instruction, simulation, and hands-on ED training to transition new graduates into Emergency Department Registered Nurses.

Applicants must complete an accredited nursing program by June 2027 (BSN preferred), hold BLS, and be eligible for Delaware or Compact RN licensure, with a commitment to work all shifts. The program begins July 19, 2027.