OR Nurse Residency: Launch Your Perioperative Career

ChristianaCare; Elk Mills (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare hosts the Operating Room Nurse Residency Program for new graduates and early-career RNs. The 26-week training inside ChristianaCare campuses guides you toward a perioperative career, with preceptor support and a mix of classroom, simulation, and clinical experiences.

Selected candidates must complete NCLEX, obtain Delaware or Compact RN licensure, and commit to two years with ChristianaCare. The August 5, 2027 start marks the beginning of a structured, accredited residency

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.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 26-week training program to prepare for perioperative nursing.
• Work with experienced perioperative nurse preceptors.
• Complete classroom, simulation, and hands-on clinical experiences.
• Develop perioperative nursing skills and professional growth.

Education

BSN preferred

Accredited nursing program graduate

Job description

ChristianaCare hosts the Operating Room Nurse Residency Program for new graduates and early-career RNs. The 26-week training inside ChristianaCare campuses guides you toward a perioperative career, with preceptor support and a mix of classroom, simulation, and clinical experiences.

Selected candidates must complete NCLEX, obtain Delaware or Compact RN licensure, and commit to two years with ChristianaCare. The August 5, 2027 start marks the beginning of a structured, accredited residency