Registered Nurse (RN) - Ortho Neuro Trauma - Day/Midnights
Newark, Delaware
Posted Sep 10 · Not open to new grads
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Permanent
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 1+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- Above most DE staff postings
DE staff postings that state pay run $34/hr to $55/hr, the middle half $41/hr to $53/hr, across 53 postings.
About this role
Job Details Registered Nurse (RN) Ortho Neuro Trauma - Day/Midnights
Our Ortho/Neuro/Trauma Unit (2C) is seeking a Registered Nurse. This unit is a surgical inpatient unit located at our ChristianaCare Newark Campus. The patient population is very diverse and has a wide range of individual and special needs, encompassing patients with multiple and complex fractures and traumatic brain injuries, usually as a result of a traumatic episode. Are you ready to join this elite team of nurses? This requires a dedicated, knowledgeable, competent and flexible nurse. The Ortho Neuro Trauma unit is a 35 bed semi-private and private room unit, there is a gym located for physical therapy directly on the unit. The patient population is an adult population.
Highlights
Four times recognized as a Magnet Status Hospital! Forbes named us one of the top 5 Best Healthcare Employers in the nation. Growth opportunities defined by our clinical ladder. Generous paid time off, competitive pay with
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- shift differentials, 403b, robust healthcare benefits package and tuition reimbursement.
Requirements
o Registered Nursing license.
o Associates Degree in Nursing with a commitment to obtaining BSN within three years of date of hire.
o At least 1 year of relevant experience required.
o BLS required; ACLS preferred.
Hours
This is for a full-time flex rotating schedule of 72 hours per pay with shift combinations of 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. Weekends and Holidays are expected per the department requirement.
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 Oct 1, 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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Requirements
- o Registered Nursing license.
- o Associates Degree in Nursing with a commitment to obtaining BSN within three years of date of hire.
- o At least 1 year of relevant experience required.
- o BLS required; ACLS preferred.
Place
- City
- Newark, Delaware
- Median rent
- $1,654/mo
- Local household income
- $76,912/yr
- State price level
- about the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Delaware index 99.8, where 100 is the national average.
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.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
How this role fits you
About the employer
On your path
Emergency is open from year one. Fellowships take new grads. The windows matter.
Worth asking
The posting doesn’t answer these. Good ones to ask a recruiter or in the interview.
- Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted $41.28 - $66.05 range?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
