Registered Nurse (RN) - Nurse Resident - $40-61 per hour

ChristianaCare is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Resident for a nursing job in Newark, Delaware.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Nurse Resident
• Discipline : RN
• Duration : Ongoing
• Employment Type : Staff

Senior Nursing Students, Nurse Graduates and new RN's, it is time to apply for our Nurse Residency Program : Progressive Care Track! This is a rolling application available for all start dates.

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 demonstrates that new to practice nurses completing a structured and accredited residency program leads to :

• Increase in competency
• Reduction of error
• Reduced self-reported stress
• Increase in 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
• Up to 16 weeks (as determined by your individual transition to practice needs) of preceptor-led clinical experiences structured to foster critical thinking, evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, effective communication, quality and safety, and professional development.

The progressive care nurse resident will complete preceptor-led training on our intermediate or transitional level step-down units at our Newark or Wilmington campuses.

The nurse resident completes preceptor-led training 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 completion of this program, participants will have built a strong foundation for nursing practice in a fast-paced, challenging environment, bridging care for medically complex patients outside of the Intensive Care Unit.

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 a two years with the requirement to remain on the unit of hire for a minimum of 15 months.

Individuals unable to fill this commitment will be charged $10,000.

What we have to offer to you :

• We are a 3x recognized Magnet Status Hospital!
• Growth Opportunities defined by our Clinical Ladder.
• We offer a robust benefits package. Our healthcare benefits include medical, dental & eyecare, starting day one! Enjoy generous paid time off, paid parental leave, competitive pay with shift differentials, tuition reimbursement.

Additional benefits include, dependent care assistance, pet insurance, financial coaching, fitness & wellness reimburs ements and discounts on multiple services and events.

Advance Your Nursing Skills by providing a higher level of care.

Units available at this time (subject to change dependent upon the needs of the hospital) :

Newark :

3C : Intermediate Medical Unit

3D : Transitional Medical Unit

4E : Cardiovascular Stepdown

5E : Heart Failure Unit

Requirements :

• Graduating from accredited nursing school (BSN Preferred)
• BLS required
• Less than 12 months of nursing experience by the start of the program
• Eligible for Delaware license as a Graduate Nurse / Registered Nurse or RN license from a compact state

How to apply :

In the section "My Experience," on the application, be sure to upload your cover letter and transcripts in the section "Resume / CV / Other Documents.

PDF format works best.

Submit a cover letter for the Progressive Care Nurse Residency expressing your interest in this specific program / specialty

Please address your cover letter to Carolyn Gutzmirtl

Resume

Transcrip t (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.

We are conducting in- person interviews every Wednesday and Thursday so be sure to complete the required steps to be seen by a hiring manager!

To be interviewed you must have completed :

One video on-demand interview through HireVue and have both clinical instructor references completed.

What to Expect After Application :

Communication from Talent Acquisition Team about specific next steps, including : video interview and clinical references Applications to be sent for review by residency coordinators

Offers to be made once all scheduled interviews are completed.

Summer Start Dates for Progressive Care Nurse Residency :

June 24th

July 8th

July 22nd

August 5th

August 19th

September 3rd

Fall Start Dates for Progressive Care Nurse Residency :

September 30th

October 14th

October 28th

November 11th

November 25th

December 9th

If you have any issues with your application or any inquiries, please contact Cathleen Mengel, the Nurse Residency recruiter at .

It is important to note that the DE license 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.

ChristianaCare Job ID #JR68701. Posted job title : Nurse Residency Program : Progressive Care Track

About ChristianaCare

Delivering health, not just healthcare, is our promise to our community. Which means you can be part of an organization that makes a difference in a big way by impacting the lives of other caregivers and people who live in the places we serve.

From our clinical providers to our logistical support team, everyone here delivers care to our community through their roles.

We are an organization that puts patients first. Our delivery of care and commitment to being excellent today and even better tomorrow make us who we are : caregivers who deliver more than healthcare.

We invite you to join us in our quest for excellence.

Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 403b retirement plan
• Pet insurance
• Cancelation protection
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1
• License and certification reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Discount program
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