Registered Nurse (RN) PACU SurgiCenter

Christiana Care Health Systems

Newark, Delaware

Christiana Care Health Systems is hiring for its own floors, with no agency in between.

Eligibility: Perioperative CareCritical CareEmergency

Posted Jun 26

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Shift and hours: 8-⁠hour 8 hour5 shifts · 36 hours a week
Unit and setting: PACU
License: RN license
Term: Permanent

What it pays

Against similar roles: Pays above most Delaware staff rolesDelaware staff postings that state pay run $31/hr to $56/hr, the middle half $38/hr to $54/hr, across 104 postings.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
403(b) retirement plan
Defined contribution plan
Tuition assistance for degreed programs

More benefits (7)

Pre-pay for some Nursing programs
Annual membership to care.com
Backup care services through Care@Work
Retirement planning services
Financial mentor
Fitness and wellness reimbursement
Discounts for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets

The role and schedule

Floating: Floats to other units
Weekends: No weekends
On call: No call

The workplace

Christiana Care Health Systems

Hospital

ChristianaCare is a private not-for-profit regional health care system headquartered in Newark, Delaware, led by CEO Janice Nevin. The organization describes itself as having regional leadership status and an award-winning clinical reputation, with access to the most advanced health care…

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PACU RN II at ChristianaCare SurgiCenter in Newark, DE. Full-time/flex schedule with 9 8-hour shifts bi-weekly, Monday–Friday day/evening shift. No weekends, no holidays, no call. The nurse will rotate through all perioperative areas including admissions, phase 1 and phase 2 recovery areas, and care for both inpatients and outpatients in need of surgical services.

What's around it?

In Newark, DE

Newark, DEFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent: $1,654/mo
Household income: $76,912/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Newark, DE

NeighborhoodsHealthcare professionals and young adults typically settle in central Newark near the walkable core or in surrounding suburban pockets. The Newark Historic District offers character-rich homes on tree-lined streets, while the College Square area delivers immediate proximity to campus amenities. Nurses seeking quieter suburban settings without leaving the area often explore Pike Creek, Bear, or south toward Middletown for single-family subdivisions, while keeping New Castle off their shortlist.

Healthcare professionals and young adults typically settle in central Newark near the walkable core or in surrounding suburban pockets. The Newark Historic District offers character-rich homes on tree-lined streets, while the College Square area delivers immediate proximity to campus amenities.

Nurses seeking quieter suburban settings without leaving the area often explore Pike Creek, Bear, or south toward Middletown for single-family subdivisions, while keeping New Castle off their shortlist.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: reddit.com Source 2: theoldfathergroup.com

Getting aroundCommuters within Newark benefit from concise drive times to local medical centers, utilizing major arteries like Interstate 95, Route 40, and Route 1. Rail connections are robust, with local stations serving SEPTA Regional Rail and Amtrak for direct transit toward Wilmington and Philadelphia. While day-to-day hospital commutes are generally brief, traffic along Route 1 and retail access roads can bog down significantly during summer travel and shopping rushes.

Commuters within Newark benefit from concise drive times to local medical centers, utilizing major arteries like Interstate 95, Route 40, and Route 1. Rail connections are robust, with local stations serving SEPTA Regional Rail and Amtrak for direct transit toward Wilmington and Philadelphia. While day-to-day hospital commutes are generally brief, traffic along Route 1 and retail access roads can bog down significantly during summer travel and shopping rushes.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: montium.com Source 2: realestate.usnews.com Source 3: quora.com

OutdoorsOutdoor recreation centers on White Clay Creek State Park, which provides extensive networks of shaded dirt trails for trail running, mountain biking, and hiking just minutes from town. Additional green space is easily accessed across the county at Middle Run Valley, Brandywine Creek, and Lums Pond State Park, giving residents broad options for fishing, paddling, and wooded weekend escapes throughout the year.

Outdoor recreation centers on White Clay Creek State Park, which provides extensive networks of shaded dirt trails for trail running, mountain biking, and hiking just minutes from town. Additional green space is easily accessed across the county at Middle Run Valley, Brandywine Creek, and Lums Pond State Park, giving residents broad options for fishing, paddling, and wooded weekend escapes throughout the year.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: montium.com Source 2: reddit.com

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Living in Newark

Newark stands out as a vibrant Northern Delaware hub where the energy of the University of Delaware meets scenic mid-Atlantic tranquility. For relocating nurses, the town offers an appealing blend of walkable everyday convenience and straightforward highway access. Main Street serves as the social anchor, lined with coffee shops like Bing's Bake & Brew, classic gathering spots like Deer Park Tavern, and active outdoor patios. When off shift, immediate access to White Clay Creek State Park and Middle Run Valley provides miles of wooded trails for hiking and cycling. Transit connectivity is a major advantage: Interstate 95, Route 40, SEPTA Regional Rail, and Amtrak keep Wilmington and Philadelphia within easy reach. However, living here comes with real tradeoffs. The university calendar dictates local energy, and corridors like Route 1 experience significant congestion fueled by regional drivers drawn to Delaware's tax-free shopping. Healthcare workers seeking quieter neighborhoods often settle into the Newark Historic District or suburban Pike Creek, enjoying a balanced lifestyle that combines small-town community with effortless regional mobility.

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As of 2026-07-20Source 1: montium.com Source 2: theoldfathergroup.com Source 3: visitwilmingtonde.com Source 4: quora.com

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Newark, DEFrom Census ACS 2024.