Nurse Residency Summer 2027- Labor and Delivery Track

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

ChristianaCare invites qualified nursing graduates and new RNs to join the Labor & Delivery Nurse Residency Program in Delaware. The 26-week program blends classroom instruction with hands-on clinical training across four L&D specialty areas and ongoing development sessions.

Successful applicants will complete NCLEX, obtain Delaware RN licensure (or Compact), and commit to two years with ChristianaCare, with potential 15 months on the original unit. Starting July 19, 2027.

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, and holidays.

Skills

BLS certification

Willing to work all shifts

Teamwork

Education

BSN preferred

Delaware RN license

Compact State RN license

Graduate from accredited nursing program before Jun 2027

Job description

• Lower self-reported stress

Job Details

Labor and Delivery Nurse Residency Program

Summer 2027 Cohort | ChristianaCare

Application Deadline: December 17, 2026, at 11:59 PM

Are you a senior nursing student, recent nursing graduate, or new registered nurse looking to launch your career in Labor & Delivery? Apply today for the Labor & Delivery Nurse Residency Program at ChristianaCare, beginning July 19, 2027.

ChristianaCare's Nurse Residency Program is accredited with distinction as a Practice Transition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs, providing a structured and supportive transition from nursing student to professional RN.

Why Complete a Nurse Residency Program?

• Increased clinical competency
• Reduced errors
• Lower self-reported stress
• Greater job satisfaction

At ChristianaCare, we are committed to supporting nurses with less than one year of experience through specialty-focused residency tracks designed to foster confidence, competence, and professional growth.

Program Highlights

• Interactive classroom instruction
• Simulation-based education
• Peer support and networking
• Preceptor-led clinical training
• Professional development opportunities
• Evidence-based practice and critical thinking development
• Interdisciplinary collaboration and communication training
• Quality and patient safety education

Program Overview

This comprehensive 26-week residency program combines structured education with hands‑on clinical experiences across four Labor & Delivery specialty areas:

• Labor & Delivery
• Perioperative Services
• OB High Risk
• Antenatal Care

Developed by ChristianaCare Labor & Delivery nurses, the program is designed to provide a smooth and supportive transition into the L&D RN role.

Following completion of the initial residency experience, participants continue to attend residency development sessions during months 6, 8, 10, and 12 to further enhance professional growth and clinical practice.

Employment Commitment

Prior to the program start date, participants must:

• Successfully pass the NCLEX
• Obtain Delaware RN licensure or Compact State RN licensure

Upon hire, nurse residents will sign a commitment agreement requiring:

• Two years of employment with ChristianaCare
• A minimum of 15 months on the original unit of hire

Individuals who do not fulfill this commitment may be subject up to a $10,000 repayment obligation.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must:

• 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

Important Delaware Licensure Information

The Delaware RN licensure process may take 6 to 8 weeks to complete. Delays in obtaining licensure may affect your ability to begin employment as scheduled if an offer is extended.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to begin fingerprinting and background check requirements immediately after submitting their application and to review licensure requirements through the Delaware Board of Nursing or their Compact State licensing board.

Start your Labor & Delivery nursing career with one of the region's most comprehensive nurse residency programs and gain the experience, mentorship, and clinical expertise needed to thrive in the OB/L&D environment at ChristianaCare.

This role is flat rate of $39.38/hr. Additional shift differentials may apply based on schedule and position requirements.

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/