Emergency Department Nurse Residency - Jumpstart RN Career

ChristianaCare; Kirkwood (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare invites senior nursing students, recent graduates, and new RNs to join the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program beginning July 19, 2027. The 26-week program blends classroom instruction, simulation, and hands-on clinical training in a fast-paced ED.

Residents work with experienced ED nurses, transition from GN to RN, and participate in residency meetings during months 8, 10, and 12, with the goal of joining a Staff Nurse role upon completion.

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.

Job description

ChristianaCare invites senior nursing students, recent graduates, and new RNs to join the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program beginning July 19, 2027. The 26-week program blends classroom instruction, simulation, and hands-on clinical training in a fast-paced ED.

Residents work with experienced ED nurses, transition from GN to RN, and participate in residency meetings during months 8, 10, and 12, with the goal of joining a Staff Nurse role upon completion.