Emergency Department Nurse Residency — Launch Your RN Career

ChristianaCare; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare invites nursing students and new graduates to apply for the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program, commencing July 19, 2027. The 26-week program combines classroom instruction, simulation, and hands-on ED training, guiding graduates from GN to ED RN with ongoing mentorship and quarterly residency meetings.

Participants will eventually transition to a Staff Nurse role in one of ChristianaCare's EDs, with a fixed hourly rate and detailed commitment terms.

Qualifications

• Must hold or obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Be licensed as a Delaware RN or have a Compact State RN license before start date.
• Less than 12 months of RN experience by program start date.

Responsibilities

• Participate in classroom and simulation-based education.
• Engage in preceptor-led clinical experiences and mentorship.
• Develop critical thinking and evidence-based practice within ED settings.
• Commitment of two years of employment with ChristianaCare upon hire.
• Team-based interdisciplinary collaboration and leadership development.

Skills

BLS certification

RN licensure eligibility

Education

Graduation from accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Job description

ChristianaCare invites nursing students and new graduates to apply for the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program, commencing July 19, 2027. The 26-week program combines classroom instruction, simulation, and hands-on ED training, guiding graduates from GN to ED RN with ongoing mentorship and quarterly residency meetings.

Participants will eventually transition to a Staff Nurse role in one of ChristianaCare's EDs, with a fixed hourly rate and detailed commitment terms.