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Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery Fellowship

Christiana Care Health System
$41.28 - $66.05
paid time off, 403(b)
United States, Delaware, Newark
Feb 13, 2026
Job Details

Are you aRegistered Nurseready to take the next step in your career? Do you aspire to become a Labor & Delivery Nursebut need the training and experience to get there? JoinChristianaCare'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 apaid fellowship trackdesigned 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 educator
  • Orientation Modules via Learning Space
  • Curriculum covering:
    • Intro into Maternity
    • High Risk series focusing on hypertensive disorders/preterm labor, sepsis/placenta disorders/OB hemorrhage, DKA/insulin gtt/diabetes.
    • Basic Fetal Monitoring
    • Basic Obstetric Emergencies (OBERT)
    • POEP Modules (Perinatal Orientation & Education Program)
    • Introduction to OR & Surginet Training
  • Competency 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 scenarios
  • IV insertion, cervical exams and medication administration
  • Direct mentorship and preceptorship from seasoned Labor & Delivery nurses
  • Interdisciplinary 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 isonly open to experienced RNs. New graduates will not be considered.

Shift Requirements

  • Includesweekends and holidays, responsibilities per department guidelines
  • Rotating day and night shifts
  • On-call obligation

What We Offer

ChristianaCare provides a robust benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coveragestarting Day 1
  • Tuition assistanceand pre-paid options for select nursing programs
  • 403(b) and defined contribution retirement plans
  • Care.com membershipwith backup care services
  • Wellness reimbursementsand discounts on travel, entertainment, and more!

Qualifications

  • BSN required, or commitment to obtain within 3 years of start date
  • Minimum 15 monthsof experience inan Acute Care setting required
  • Delaware RN licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of Delaware
  • Stronginterpersonal skills,critical thinking, andself-motivation
  • Flexibility to manage a high volume of patients in afast-paced Labor & Delivery department

Certifications

  • BLS - Required
  • ACLS - Will obtain during orientation
  • NRP - 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/

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