38 nursing jobs in Newark, DE
Newark balances college-town pulse with quiet retreats. Grab post-shift pints on the patio at Deer Park Tavern along Main Street, or recharge on White Clay Creek State Park's shaded dirt trails. Brief hospital commutes via I-95 and leafy escapes in Pike Creek or the Newark Historic District offer nurses an easy, grounded lifestyle.
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Find a nursing job in Newark
Hiring here: VITAS Healthcare (8) · ChristianaCare (5) · Christiana Care Health Systems (3) · Glasgow Operations LLC (2) · Advocare LLC (1) · Chimes (1)
- RN
- 12-hour 12 hour
- RN
- Day shift
- Compact license OK
- New grads welcomed
- NP
- 10-hour days
- RN
- Night shift
- Tuition reimbursement
Lead Registered Nurse-Primary care
Newark, DE · Posted last week
- RN
- Day shift
- Magnet-designated
- RN
- Monday-Friday (8-hour shifts include: 9am - 5 pm or 11 am - 7 pm)
- RN
- RN
- 8-hour 8 hour
- Floating required
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
From $28/hr
- LPN
- Tuition reimbursement
- 2-week orientation
- Day shift
- Local contract
- Magnet-designated
- RN
- 12-hour nights
- RN
- 7 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
- 6C Medical Unit
- RN
- RN
- Day shift
- RN
RN Supervisor - PRN
Posted 6 days ago
- RN
- Per diem
- 2-week orientation
Registered Nurse
$40–$50/hr
- RN
- Evening shift
- Compact license OK
ICU RN
$2,239–$2,382/week
- RN
- Travel contract
- CEU allowance
- LPN
- 7a-7p
- 4A Medical Unit
- RN
- 7 a.m.- 7:30 p.m.
- 7E
VITAS Healthcare
6 open roles · day & per diem shifts · Permanent
VITAS Healthcare
6 open roles · day & per diem shifts · Permanent
Hospice Admissions RN
Newark, DE · Posted 5 days ago
- RN
- 10-hour days
Hospice Aide- CNA/HHA
Newark, DE · Posted last week
- CNA
- Day shift
Palliative Care Registered Nurse (RN)
Newark, DE · Posted last week
- RN
- RN
Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)
Newark, DE · Posted 2 weeks ago
- RN
- Day shift
- ADN accepted
Hospice LPN/LVN
Newark, DE
- LPN/LVN
- Day shift
- Tuition reimbursement
Working and living in Newark
· 38 open roles
Living costs
- Median gross rent
- $1,654/mo
- Rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $76,912/yr
- All local households, not nurse pay
New to our board this week
3 current postings first appeared here in the past seven days.
Credentials accepted
- NP2
- APRN1
- RN27
- LPN7
- LVN1
- CNA1
One posting may accept more than one credential.
Shifts listed
- Days14
- per-diem7
- Nights4
- Evenings1
Postings may list several shifts or leave the shift unspecified.
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.
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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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Neighborhoods
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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Housing
Newark housing spans modern multi-family apartment complexes tailored for busy professionals near Main Street, classic residences in the Newark Historic District, and established single-family neighborhoods. Buyers and renters balancing proximity with quieter surroundings often compare housing in town against neighboring Pike Creek or Middletown developments, weighing the energy of college-area rentals against the calm of suburban subdivisions.
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Getting around
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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Food and dining
Downtown Main Street forms the culinary backbone of the city, lined with bustling outdoor cafes, casual pubs, and global eateries. Early shift workers grab specialty coffee and baked goods from Bing's Bake & Brew on Main Street or Amstel Square, while long-standing spots like Deer Park Tavern offer classic post-shift pub fare and patio seating.
For fine dining and historic ambiance, locals make the short drive to places like Jessop's Tavern in Old New Castle or Bardea in nearby Wilmington.
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Outdoors
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.
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Arts and culture
Campus life at the University of Delaware drives the city's cultural programming, bringing Delaware Blue Hens sporting events and productions by the Resident Ensemble Players into the community. Main Street regularly hosts seasonal street festivals, farmers markets, and community gatherings, while rail links along the Northeast Corridor make it simple to catch major arts, concert, and theater events in Philadelphia.
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Seasons and weather
The climate delivers four distinct seasons across northern Delaware. Winters feature chilly temperatures and occasional snowstorms, while summers turn consistently warm and humid.
Autumn and spring stand out as the most temperate stretches, offering comfortable conditions for outdoor recreation in the state parks and sidewalk dining along Main Street.
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For families
Relocating families typically focus on quiet residential neighborhoods like the Newark Historic District or settle into suburban enclaves like Pike Creek, where tree-lined streets offer a buffer from student foot traffic. The community features solid local public school options, convenient neighborhood parks, and abundant regional medical facilities that simplify family logistics.
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What locals say
Residents describe Newark as an exceptionally convenient community where essential stores, medical facilities, and restaurants sit right outside your door. Community sentiment appreciates the friendly neighbors and the lively, walkable downtown energy fueled by the university.
The major frustrations center on heavy congestion, crowded grocery markets, and tight parking caused by out-of-state drivers crossing the border for tax-free shopping, giving parts of town a hectic feel.