Registered Nurse (RN)

ChristianaCare; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 77,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

Two retirement plan options (403(b))

Generous PTO with rollover & cash-out

12-week paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Wellness & fitness reimbursement

Job summary

ChristianaCare in Newark, DE is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 5C Medical Teaching Unit on the Day Shift. You will provide compassionate, evidence‑based care for a five‑patient medical/surgical team in a relationship‑based model that emphasizes patient and family engagement.

This role offers a 36‑hour work week, a strong benefits package, tuition assistance, generous PTO, and opportunities for professional growth within a nonprofit health system focused on excellence and community service.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• ADN candidates must commit to obtaining BSN within three years of hire.
• One year of acute care or subacute care experience preferred.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Manage care for five medical/surgical patients per shift.
• Partner within a multidisciplinary team to support health goals.
• Provide close monitoring, emergency response, and ongoing supportive care.
• Ensure safe transitions to appropriate level of care.
• Promote patient wellness, safety, and comfort.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Empathy

Detail-oriented

Education

BSN

ADN candidate committed to BSN within 3 years

Job description

Job Details

Join an Amazing Nursing Team at ChristianaCare! RN – 5C Medical Teaching Unit (Day Shift)

Are you ready to grow your skills, make a meaningful impact, and be part of a team that truly values your expertise? This is your chance to join a unit where your compassion, clinical knowledge, and commitment to excellent care make a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Position: Registered Nurse – 5C Medical Teaching Unit

Schedule: 36 hours/week | (7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.)

Location: Christiana Hospital

Weekends & Holidays: Per department guidelines

About the 5C Medical Teaching Unit

On 5C, you’ll join a collaborative care team including medical nursing staff, hospitalists, and specialized consultants. Our relationship‑based care model empowers nurses to build strong, supportive connections with patients, families, and peers—grounded in our core values of love and excellence.

You will use your clinical expertise to assess physical and emotional needs, evaluate past health history, and lead education and care planning for both patients and their families.

What You’ll Do

• Manage care for five medical/surgical patients per shift
• Partner within a multidisciplinary team to support realistic health goals
• Provide close monitoring, emergency response, and ongoing supportive care
• Ensure safe transitions to the appropriate level of care
• Promote patient wellness, safety, and comfort every step of the way

Qualities We’re Looking For

• Diligent and energized by a fast‑paced environment
• Professional, empathetic, and relationship‑focused
• Action‑oriented with strong critical‑thinking skills
• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal abilities
• Detail‑oriented and proactive in solving problems

Why ChristianaCare?

We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & more
• Two retirement plan options, including a 403(b) with company contributions
• Generous PTO with annual rollover & cash‑out opportunities
• 12‑week paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Premium Work/Life benefits including:
  • Care.com membership & backup dependent care
  • Financial coaching & retirement planning
  • Wellness & fitness reimbursement
  • Discounts on hotels, rental cars, theme parks, events, and more

Our Mission

As a nonprofit health system, ChristianaCare is committed to serving our neighbors as expert, caring partners in their health. We stride to create innovative, accessible, and effective systems of care that our community values. Our advanced technology is only part of our promise—our true focus is partnering with individuals and families to help them live the healthy lives they desire.

General Requirements:

• BSN required.
• ADNs candidate are required to commitment to obtaining BSN within three years of date of hire can be considered with relevant experience.
• Qualified applicants will have one year experience. Acute care or sub acute care experience preferred.
• BLS required

Hourly Pay Range: $41.28 - $66.05

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Post End Date

Sep 30, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

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/