Emergency Department Nurse Residency — Start RN Career

ChristianaCare; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare invites senior nursing students, recent graduates, and new RNs to apply to the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program, Summer 2027 Cohort, starting July 19, 2027. The program is designed to launch careers in emergency nursing and is accredited with distinction as a Practice Transition Program.

Residents complete a 26‑week, classroom and simulation‑based curriculum, work with experienced ED nurses, and transition to Staff Nurse after completion, with ongoing mentorship 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.
• Be willing and able to work all shifts: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays.

Skills

BLS certification

Delaware RN license

Compact State license

Willing to work all shifts

Less than 12 months RN experience

Education

Nursing degree (BSN preferred)

Job description

ChristianaCare invites senior nursing students, recent graduates, and new RNs to apply to the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program, Summer 2027 Cohort, starting July 19, 2027. The program is designed to launch careers in emergency nursing and is accredited with distinction as a Practice Transition Program.

Residents complete a 26‑week, classroom and simulation‑based curriculum, work with experienced ED nurses, and transition to Staff Nurse after completion, with ongoing mentorship and