Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery Fellowship at ChristianaCare in Newark, DE

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Job Details Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery Fellowship Full Time | 72 hours/pay Night shifts (Hours: 7PM - 7AM) Weekend & Holiday commitment On-Call rotation Newark, DE Are you a Registered Nurse ready to take the next step in your career? Have you dreamed of becoming a Labor & Delivery Nurse but need the training and support to get started? Join ChristianaCare’s Labor & Delivery team and gain hands-on experience, specialized education, and mentorship needed to build a rewarding career caring for mothers and newborns. Grow your skills, expand your expertise, and make a meaningful impact while being supported every step of the way. About the Us: We support over 6,300 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 a paid fellowship track designed to prepare RNs with at least 15 months 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 is only open to experienced RNs . New graduates will not be considered. Shift Requirements: Includes weekends and holidays, responsibilities per department guidelines Rotating day and night shifts -OR- Straight night shift On-call obligation Qualifications: BSN required, or commitment to obtain within 3 years of start date Minimum 15 months of experience in an Acute Care setting required Delaware RN licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of Delaware Strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and self-motivation Flexibility to manage a high volume of patients in a fast-paced Labor & Delivery department Certifications: BLS – Required prior to employment ACLS – Will obtain during orientation NRP – Will obtain during orientation What We Offer: ChristianaCare provides a robust benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting Day 1 Tuition assistance and pre-paid options for select nursing programs 403(b) and defined contribution retirement plans Care.com membership with backup care services Wellness reimbursements and discounts on travel, entertainment, and more! About ChristianaCare Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, ChristianaCare is one of the country’s most dynamic health care organizations, centered on improving health outcomes, making high-quality care more accessible and lowering health care costs. ChristianaCare includes an extensive network of outpatient services, home health care, urgent care centers, three hospitals (1,299 beds), a free-standing emergency department, a Level I trauma center and a Level III