Operating Room Nurse Residency — Perioperative Career Start

ChristianaCare; California; On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare is offering an Operating Room Nurse Residency Program starting August 5, 2027, for new grads and RNs. The program blends classroom instruction, simulation, and hands-on experiences with experienced preceptors on Christiana Campus and affiliated ORs.

Applicants must be graduating by June 2027 (BSN preferred), hold or obtain a Delaware RN license or Compact State license, and be willing to work all shifts. Salary is a flat rate of $39.38/hr plus differentials.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program before June 2027 (BSN preferred).
• Hold a Delaware RN license or Compact State RN license before start date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 26-week OR Nurse Residency to prepare for perioperative nursing.
• Develop a foundation in perioperative nursing, procedures and patient care.
• Work with multidisciplinary surgical team on safety standards and workflows.
• Participate in classroom, simulation, hands-on experiences and competency assessments.
• Receive preceptor guidance and mentorship throughout the program.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Education

BSN preferred

Delaware RN license or Compact State RN license

BLS certification

Job description

ChristianaCare is offering an Operating Room Nurse Residency Program starting August 5, 2027, for new grads and RNs. The program blends classroom instruction, simulation, and hands-on experiences with experienced preceptors on Christiana Campus and affiliated ORs.

Applicants must be graduating by June 2027 (BSN preferred), hold or obtain a Delaware RN license or Compact State license, and be willing to work all shifts. Salary is a flat rate of $39.38/hr plus differentials.