Emergency Department Nurse Residency — Start Your RN Career

ChristianaCare; Saint Georges Heights (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare is offering the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program for nursing graduates and new RNs. The 26-week program combines classroom instruction, simulation, and hands-on clinical training in our EDs.

Participants will work with experienced ED nurses, develop critical thinking, and complete orientation before transitioning to Staff Nurse roles across ChristianaCare's Newark, Wilmington, and Middletown EDs. The program supports licensure and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or equivalent required.
• Hold or obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Have less than 12 months of RN experience by program start date.
• Be licensed as a Delaware RN or hold a Compact State RN license before start date.

Responsibilities

• Complete the 26-week Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program with classroom, simulation, and hands-on training.
• Work alongside experienced ED nurses to develop knowledge, skills, and critical thinking for fast-paced ED care.
• Transition from Graduate Nurse to Emergency Department RN with follow-up residency meetings in months 8, 10, and 12.

Skills

BLS Certification

Shift flexibility

Clinical nursing skills

Education

BSN preferred

Delaware RN license

Compact State RN license

Job description

ChristianaCare is offering the Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program for nursing graduates and new RNs. The 26-week program combines classroom instruction, simulation, and hands-on clinical training in our EDs.

Participants will work with experienced ED nurses, develop critical thinking, and complete orientation before transitioning to Staff Nurse roles across ChristianaCare's Newark, Wilmington, and Middletown EDs. The program supports licensure and career growth.