Emergency Department Nurse Residency — Fast-Track RN Training

ChristianaCare; Perry Point (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare invites senior nursing students, recent graduates, or new RNs to apply for the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program starting July 19, 2027. The 26-week program blends classroom, simulation, and hands-on clinical training in a fast-paced ED setting, with mentorship and a pathway to Staff Nurse roles at completion.

The program is offered across three ChristianaCare Emergency Departments, with a structured curriculum, licensure guidance, and employment commitment

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, including: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays.

Responsibilities

• Residents work side-by-side with experienced emergency nurses while developing knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities.
• Participate in classroom instruction, simulation-based learning, and hands-on clinical training.
• Transition from Graduate Nurse to Emergency Department Registered Nurse and continue growth through residency meetings.
• Upon completion, transition into a Staff Nurse role within one of ChristianaCare's Emergency Departments.
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration and quality and patient safety education during the residency.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Education

BSN preferred

Delaware RN license or Compact State RN license

Job description

ChristianaCare invites senior nursing students, recent graduates, or new RNs to apply for the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program starting July 19, 2027. The 26-week program blends classroom, simulation, and hands-on clinical training in a fast-paced ED setting, with mentorship and a pathway to Staff Nurse roles at completion.

The program is offered across three ChristianaCare Emergency Departments, with a structured curriculum, licensure guidance, and employment commitment