ChristianaCare·Newark, Delaware
Provide specialized care for neurological and neurosurgical patients in an 18-bed ICU, treating conditions such as stroke, brain tumors, and neurotrauma. Bedside nurses actively participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds to coordinate patient care.
Job Details Registered Nurse (RN) - Neuro Critical Care Full Time - 72 hours/pay period Rotating Day/Midnight shifts Weekends & holidays as required Newark, DE The Neuro Critical Care Unit is an 18-bed ICU on 2D focused on the care of neurological and neurosurgical patients.
This includes (but is not limited to), hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke, cerebral aneurysms, brain tumors, brain and spine infections, complicated spine surgeries, hydrocephalus, neuromuscular disorders, seizures/status epilepticus, and isolated neurotrauma.
We have a cohesive nursing team who serves patients with a multidisciplinary approach.
The bedside nurses will have primary involvement in daily rounds.
Our highly motivated nursing staff and strong preceptor group promote professionalism, education, and camaraderie.
Education & Experience Requirements: Delaware RN licensure or compact RN license BSN required; or commitment to obtaining within three years of the date of hire.
BLS Certification required.
ACLS certification strongly preferred.
Must have at least two years of RN experience working in an ICU, step-down, or progressive care unit required ChristianaCare Offer: Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
Two retirement planning offerings, including 403(b) with company contributions Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out 12-week paid parental leave Tuition assistance Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!
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 Jul 31, 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/
Requires a Delaware or compact RN license, BLS certification, and at least two years of experience in an ICU, step-down, or progressive care unit. A BSN is required or must be obtained within three years of hire.
Market context
In Delaware, nursing roles with ICU experience are often competitive because employers look for candidates who can step into high-acuity care with minimal onboarding. Pediatric or cardiac experience and bilingual skills can strengthen an application, while benefits like paid parental leave, PTO, and disability coverage may help a role stand out. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you time on research; review the full posting and confirm your BLS status and ICU background before applying.
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