Job Details

Are you a Registered Nurse ready to take the next step in your career? Do you aspire to become a Labor & Delivery Nurse but need the training and experience to get there? Join ChristianaCare’s Labor & Delivery department at the Newark Campus and become part of a team that supports your professional growth every step of the way.

About the Us

We support over 6,500 births annually and we aim to serve our community as partners in their care with love and excellence.  As an RN at ChristianaCare, you will practice with a standard of nursing excellence by providing optimal outcomes for safe delivery of care for our Labor and Delivery patients and families.

About the Fellowship

This is a paid fellowship track designed to prepare RNs with 15 months plus of Acute Care experience for a successful transition into Labor & Delivery (L&D).  You will have the opportunity to train in the following areas for this position: Labor & Delivery, High Risk OB, OB Peri-Op, and Antenatal.

The track includes:

Didactic Training

Classroom sessions led by an experienced L&D educatorOrientation Modules via Learning SpaceCurriculum covering:Intro into MaternityHigh Risk series focusing on hypertensive disorders/preterm labor, sepsis/placenta disorders/OB hemorrhage, DKA/insulin gtt/diabetes.Basic Fetal MonitoringBasic Obstetric Emergencies (OBERT)POEP Modules (Perinatal Orientation & Education Program)Introduction to OR & Surginet TrainingCompetency assessments to ensure clinical readiness

Hands-On Clinical Training

Rotations through the Labor & Delivery spaces including: L&D, Pre/Post, Circulating, OB High Risk and Antenatal.  You will also complete shifts with the Baby Nurse in the department.Simulation-based training for emergency scenariosIV insertion, cervical exams and medication administrationDirect mentorship and preceptorship from seasoned Labor & Delivery nursesInterdisciplinary collaboration with physicians and other medical professionals

Upon completion, fellows will be equipped to function independently in all areas of Labor & Delivery.

Note: This opportunity is only open to experienced RNs. New graduates will not be considered.

Shift Requirements

Includes weekends and holidays, responsibilities per department guidelinesRotating day and night shiftsOn-call obligation

What We Offer

ChristianaCare provides a robust benefits package, including:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting Day 1Tuition assistance and pre-paid options for select nursing programs403(b) and defined contribution retirement plansCare.com membership with backup care servicesWellness reimbursements and discounts on travel, entertainment, and more!

Qualifications

BSN required, or commitment to obtain within 3 years of start dateMinimum 15 months of experience in an Acute Care setting requiredDelaware RN licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of DelawareStrong interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and self-motivationFlexibility to manage a high volume of patients in a fast-paced Labor & Delivery department

Certifications

BLS – RequiredACLS – Will obtain during orientationNRP – Will obtain during orientation

Hourly Pay Range: $41.28 - $66.05

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Feb 20, 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.  To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/