Perioperative OR Nurse Residency — Summer 2027

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

Job summary

ChristianaCare's Operating Room Nurse Residency Program offers a 26-week comprehensive training for new graduate nurses pursuing perioperative nursing, beginning August 5, 2027. Residents join a multidisciplinary team on the Christiana Campus and in joint perioperative settings at Christiana Hospital and Wilmington Hospital.

Participants receive classroom, simulation, hands-on clinical experiences, and preceptor mentorship, with NCLEX prep, required Delaware RN licensure, and commitment to two

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.
• Be willing and able to work all shifts, including: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays.
• Hold a Delaware RN license or Compact State RN license before the start date.

Education

BSN preferred

Delaware RN license or Compact State RN license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

ChristianaCare's Operating Room Nurse Residency Program offers a 26-week comprehensive training for new graduate nurses pursuing perioperative nursing, beginning August 5, 2027. Residents join a multidisciplinary team on the Christiana Campus and in joint perioperative settings at Christiana Hospital and Wilmington Hospital.

Participants receive classroom, simulation, hands-on clinical experiences, and preceptor mentorship, with NCLEX prep, required Delaware RN licensure, and commitment to two