First State Orthopaedics
Ambulatory · Newark, DE
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What the day-to-day looks like
- Setting
- Ambulatory
- Shifts hiring now
- Days 1
Benefits
The organization offers flexible employment arrangements including full-time, part-time, and per diem positions for nursing roles.
The city
Living in Newark, DE
Newark, Delaware offers a classic college-town feel as home to the University of Delaware, blending tree-lined residential streets with a walkable Main Street corridor of shops and eateries. Its small-town charm, proximity to major mid-Atlantic cities, and community-oriented atmosphere make it a welcoming spot for nurses seeking a balanced, lower-stress pace of life.
Browse roles in Newark- State price level · Delaware
- about the national average
- State index 99.8 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $1,654/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $76,912/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Who they are
First State Orthopaedics is Delaware's largest Orthopaedic group practice, operating as an OrthoDelaware Company with multiple locations across the Greater Delaware area.
- Ambulatory · Newark
- Hiring days
More about First State Orthopaedics
The organization employs between 501 and 1,000 staff members and includes accredited ambulatory surgery centers, specifically Glasgow Surgery Center and First State Surgery Center. The practice serves as a comprehensive orthopaedic care provider offering surgical and clinical services to patients throughout the region. For nursing professionals, First State Orthopaedics offers opportunities primarily in the operating room setting within their ambulatory surgery centers. The organization seeks experienced OR nurses to provide perioperative care for outpatient surgical procedures in a fast-paced environment. A notable feature of the nursing roles is the schedule: no nights, weekends, or holidays, which may appeal to nurses seeking predictable hours. The organization describes itself as a high-performance team that encourages professional growth, innovation, and individual development.
First State Orthopaedics states it is 'an industry leading, high performance team of medical professionals' that encourages innovation, supports individual development, and values excellence. The organization promotes a dynamic, fast-paced environment that encourages employees to grow professionally while serving patients.
Working here
Culture and working life
What to consider
Indeed reports an overall rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars based on 50 reviews. Positive themes cited by employees include the ability to meet personal goals, ability to learn new things, and a feeling of personal appreciation.
The good
- No nights, weekends, or holidays for OR nurses
- Flexible scheduling options including full-time, part-time, and per diem
- Fast-paced surgical environment with collaborative interdisciplinary teams
- Opportunities to learn new skills and meet personal goals
- Employees report feeling personal appreciation in some roles
The hard parts
- Below average overall employee rating (2.8/5 on Indeed)
- Low ratings for pay and benefits (2.6/5) and management (2.5/5)
- Below average work wellbeing score with elevated stress levels reported
- Limited job security and advancement opportunities rated at 2.5/5
The reality check
Before you decide
Quick facts
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- Direct employer
- Roles last seen active
- Aug 16, 2026
- Website
- firststateortho.com ↗
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