Nurse Residency Summer 2027- Labor and Delivery Track

Job Details Labor and Delivery Nurse Residency Program Summer 2027 Cohort | ChristianaCare Application Deadline: December 17, 2026, at 11:59 PM Are you a senior nursing student, recent nursing graduate, or new registered nurse looking to launch your career in Labor & Delivery? At ChristianaCare, you can launch your career. ChristianaCare's Nurse Residency Program is accredited with distinction as a Practice Transition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs, providing a structured and supportive transition from nursing student to professional RN. Why Complete a Nurse Residency Program? Increased clinical competency Reduced errors Lower self-reported stress Greater job satisfaction At ChristianaCare, we are committed to supporting nurses with less than one year of experience through specialty-focused residency tracks designed to foster confidence, competence, and professional growth. Program Highlights Interactive classroom instruction Simulation-based education Peer support and networking Preceptor-led clinical training Professional development opportunities Evidence-based practice and critical thinking development Interdisciplinary collaboration and communication training Quality and patient safety education Program Overview This comprehensive 26-week residency program combines structured education with hands-on clinical experiences across four Labor & Delivery specialty areas: Labor & Delivery Perioperative Services OB High Risk Antenatal Care Developed by ChristianaCare Labor & Delivery nurses, the program is designed to provide a smooth and supportive transition into the L&D RN role. Following completion of the initial residency experience, participants continue to attend residency development sessions during months 6, 8, 10, and 12 to further enhance professional growth and clinical practice. Employment Commitment Prior to the program start date, participants must: Successfully pass the NCLEX and obtain Delaware RN licensure or Compact State RN licensure Upon hire, nurse residents will sign a commitment agreement requiring: Two years of employment with ChristianaCare, a minimum of 15 months on the original unit of hire, and individuals who do not fulfill this commitment may be subject up to a $10,000 repayment obligation Minimum 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, Holidays #J-18808-Ljbffr christianacare