Nurse Residency Spring 2027 - Labor and Delivery Track

Job Details Students graduating December 2026 or sooner - Join us on June 1, 2026 at our Newark Campus for a Nurse Residency Open House. Click here: Nurse Residency Open House- June 1, 2026 – Fill out form to register and for more information. Application will be open until 11:59pm August 16th Calling all Senior Nursing Students, Nurse Graduates and new RN’s, it is time to apply for our Labor and Delivery Nurse Residency Program starting Spring 2027. The ChristianaCare Nurse Residency Program is accredited with distinction as a Practice Transition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs. Research validates that new to practice nurses completing a structured and accredited residency program leads to: increase in competency reduction of error reduced self-reported stress increased job satisfaction Therefore, we are committed to supporting all registered nurses with under one year of experience through a nurse residency specialty track. This exciting curriculum integrates: Lecture and simulation education Peer support Preceptor-led clinical experiences structured to foster critical thinking, evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, effective communication, quality and safety, and professional development. The Labor & Delivery Nurse Residency Program is a challenging 26-week program that integrates educational components with preceptor-led clinical experiences in 4 areas of the Labor & Delivery unit. These areas include Labor & Delivery, Peri Op, OB High Risk and Antenatal. This program has been devised by the nurses in the Labor and Delivery department and allows for a smooth transition into the L&D RN role for those candidates who qualify. The program is followed by continued residency meetings during months 6, 8, 10, and 12 to further develop as professional nurses and integral member of our caregiver team. Upon successful program completion, participants will be hired as a staff nurse within the Labor and Delivery unit at ChristianaCare. Nurse residents are required to pass State Boards and be licensed as a RN in the State of Delaware (or compact state) prior to starting position. Upon hire, a commitment agreement to work at the ChristianaCare will be signed. The agreement requires completion of two years within ChristianaCare and 15 months of those two years on the unit of hire. Individuals unable to fill this commitment will be charged $10,000. Requirements: Graduating from accredited nursing school before March 2027 (BSN Preferred) BLS required Less than 12 months experience from the programs’ start date Delaware or Compact State licensure as a Registered Nurse How to apply: Submit a cover letter for the Labor and Delivery Nurse Residency expressing your interest in this specific program/specialty. Please address your Labor and Delivery Nurse Residency Cover Letter to Gina Scott Resume Transcript (unofficial) Two clinical recommendations will be required, but not at the time of the application. If it is determined the minimum qualifications are met, a separate email will be sent from an outside vendor for you to provide us with your clinical instructors’ information. What to Expect After Application and Timeline: Communication from Talent Acquisition Team about specific next steps including video interview and clinical references completed through third party vendors Hey Milo and SkillSurvey (respectively). Applications to be sent for review by residency coordinators on August 25th. The required tasks (SkillSurvey and Hey Milo) must be completed BEFORE August 25th in order to be considered. Digital real-time and/or In-Person interviews will begin end of September and run until mid-October. Offers to be made in mid-October. Nurse Residency Positions start mid-March 2027 If you have any issues with your application or any inquiries, please contact: View email address on click.appcast.io It is important to note that the DE licensure process may take 6-8 weeks to complete and the failure to do so will directly impact employees’ ability to start a position if an offer is made. We strongly encourage applicants to visit the DE Board of Nursing website and begin the fingerprinting and background check process immediately after you submit your application. This is a flat rate position, any individual hired into this position will be paid $38.61/hr plus any applicable differentials. 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. 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 Aug 17, 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co