Nurse Residency Program: Progressive Care Track 2026

About the role

The ChristianaCare Nurse Residency Program is a rolling application available for all start dates. It is accredited with distinction as a Practice Transition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs.

Responsibilities

• Lecture and simulation education
• Peer support
• Up to 16 weeks of preceptor-led clinical experiences
• Structured to foster critical thinking, evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, effective communication, quality and safety, and professional development
• Completion of preceptor-led training on intermediate or transitional level step-down units at Newark or Wilmington campuses
• Continued residency meetings during months 6, 8, 10, and 12
• Bridging care for medically complex patients outside of the Intensive Care 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

Qualifications

• Pass State Boards
• Licensed as a RN in the State of Delaware (or compact state)

Skills

Nurse residents are required to have the following skills:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice

Benefits

• Growth Opportunities defined by our Clinical Ladder
• A robust benefits package including medical, dental & eyecare, starting day one!
• Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, competitive pay with shift differentials, tuition reimbursement
• Additional benefits such as dependent care assistance, pet insurance, financial coaching, fitness & wellness reimbursements and discounts on multiple services and events

Pay

$38.61/hr plus any applicable differentials

Schedule

Flat rate position

What we have to offer to you

• A 4x recognized Magnet Status Hospital
• Growth Opportunities defined by our Clinical Ladder
• A robust benefits package including medical, dental & eyecare, starting day one!
• Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, competitive pay with shift differentials, tuition reimbursement
• Additional benefits such as dependent care assistance, pet insurance, financial coaching, fitness & wellness reimbursements and discounts on multiple services and events

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, Transcripts (unofficial), and two clinical recommendations will be required.
• 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 audio on-demand interview through Hey Milo and have both clinical instructor references completed through Skill Survey.

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 2026 Start Dates

• August 3rd
• August 17th
• August 31st (unavailable for internal promotions)

Fall 2026 Start Date

• October 26th
• November 9th
• November 23rd
• December 7th
• January 4th, 2027

Post End Date

• Jul 27, 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.