Operating Room Nurse Residency - 26-Week Training

ChristianaCare; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare invites eligible nursing candidates to join the Operating Room Nurse Residency Program, a 26-week structured training track starting August 5, 2027. This residency supports new graduates and RNs transitioning to perioperative care with mentorship and hands-on experiences.

Residents will train at ChristianaCare campuses, rotate through operating rooms, and complete classroom, simulation, and preceptor-led sessions to build confidence and clinical expertise for perioperative

Qualifications

• Hold or obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Be willing and able to work all shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Graduate from an accredited nursing program before June 2027 (BSN preferred).
• Hold a Delaware RN license or Compact State RN license before the start date.

Responsibilities

• Complete the 26-week Operating Room Nurse Residency Program.
• Be an integral member of a multidisciplinary surgical team.
• Develop foundation in perioperative nursing principles, patient care and safety.

Skills

BLS certification

Willing to work all shifts

Education

Delaware RN license

Compact State RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

ChristianaCare invites eligible nursing candidates to join the Operating Room Nurse Residency Program, a 26-week structured training track starting August 5, 2027. This residency supports new graduates and RNs transitioning to perioperative care with mentorship and hands-on experiences.

Residents will train at ChristianaCare campuses, rotate through operating rooms, and complete classroom, simulation, and preceptor-led sessions to build confidence and clinical expertise for perioperative