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? Apply today for the Labor & Delivery Nurse Residency Program at ChristianaCare, beginning July 19, 2027.
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.
Research shows that participation in a structured, accredited nurse residency program can lead to:
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.
The residency curriculum combines:
This comprehensive 26-week residency program combines structured education with hands-on clinical experiences across four Labor & Delivery specialty areas:
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.
Prior to the program start date, participants must:
Upon hire, nurse residents will sign a commitment agreement requiring:
Individuals who do not fulfill this commitment may be subject up to a $10,000 repayment obligation.
Applicants must:
Please submit the following documents with your application:
Required Documents
Additional Required Assessments
If it's determined that you meet the minimum qualifications will receive separate emails from third-party vendors and additional instruction on how to complete the following:
SkillSurvey Clinical References
HeyMilo Audio Interview Questions
Both the SkillSurvey and HeyMilo assessments must be completed before a candidate can be considered for interviews.
Qualified candidates will receive communication from the Talent Acquisition Team regarding required next steps, including:
December 17, 2026 - Application deadline
January 2027 - Eligible Candidates (Candidates who have provided all required documents and complete additional assessments) Applications will be forwarded to residency coordinators for review
February 2027 - Digital live interviews begin
Late February 2027 - Offers extended to selected candidates
July 19. 2027 - Labor and Delivery Nurse Residency Program start date
The Delaware RN licensure process may take 6 to 8 weeks to complete. Delays in obtaining licensure may affect your ability to begin employment as scheduled if an offer is extended.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to begin fingerprinting and background check requirements immediately after submitting their application and to review licensure requirements through the Delaware Board of Nursing or their Compact State licensing board.
Questions?
For application assistance or program-related questions, please contact:
Begin your Labor and Delivery nursing career with one of the region's most comprehensive nurse residency programs and gain the experience, mentorship, and clinical expertise needed to thrive in the OB/L&D environment at ChristianaCare
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