Nurse Residency Summer 2027

About the Role

Emergency Department Nurse Residency Program, Summer 2027 Cohort at ChristianaCare.

Program Overview

• A comprehensive 26-week program designed for nurses with less than one year of experience.
• Combines classroom instruction, simulation-based learning, and hands-on clinical training.
• Focuses on developing the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities for a fast-paced emergency care environment.
• Structured transition from Graduate Nurse (GN) to Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN).
• Includes residency meetings at months 8, 10, and 12 post-program start.
• Successful completion leads to a Staff Nurse role within ChristianaCare's Emergency Departments.

Emergency Department Locations

• ChristianaCare Newark Campus (Level I Adult Trauma Center)
• ChristianaCare Wilmington Campus (Level III Adult Trauma Center)
• Middletown Emergency Department (Freestanding)

Residency Curriculum

• Classroom and simulation-based education
• Peer support and mentoring
• Preceptor-led clinical experiences
• Evidence-based practice training
• Critical thinking development
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Communication and leadership development
• Quality and patient safety education
• Professional growth opportunities

Requirements & Tech Stack

Licensure & Certifications

• NCLEX (successfully passed)
• Delaware RN licensure or Compact State RN licensure (obtained or in process)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (hold or obtain)

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program before June 2027 (BSN preferred)
• Less than 12 months of RN experience by the program start date
• Willing and able to work all shifts:
• Days
• Evenings
• Nights
• Weekends
• Holidays

Employment Commitment

• Two years of employment with ChristianaCare.
• A minimum of 15 months on the original unit of hire.
• Individuals who do not fulfill this commitment may be subject up to a $10,000 repayment obligation.

Application Process & Timeline

Application Deadline: December 17, 2026, at 11:59 PM

Required Documents for Application

• Cover letter (addressed to Meghan Blomquist)
• Current resume
• Unofficial nursing school transcript

Additional Required Assessments (Sent via email after qualification review)

• SkillSurvey Clinical References (Requires 2 clinical instructors)
• HeyMilo Audio Interview Questions

Timeline

• December 17, 2026: Application deadline
• January 2027: Application review for eligible candidates
• February 2027: Digital live interviews begin
• Late February 2027: Offers extended
• July 19, 2027: Program start date

Important Information

• Delaware RN Licensure: The process may take 6 to 8 weeks. Begin fingerprinting and background checks immediately after applying.
• Program Start Date: July 19, 2027.
• Pay Rate: $39.38/hr plus applicable differentials.

Contact

For application assistance or program-related questions: [email protected]