Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiovascular Operating Room Paid Fellowship

Now Hiring : CVOR Fellowship Registered Nurse

Location : Christiana Hospital – Newark, DE

Start Date : January 20, 2026

Orientation / training schedule : Monday–Friday, 7 : 00 AM–3 : 30 PM

Shift / Post orientation : Predominantly Day Shift, Monday–Friday (with flexibility for Mid Shifts and Open-Heart Call)

Are you an experienced RN ready to take your career to the next level?

ChristianaCare is offering a 24-26 week paid Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) Fellowship designed to train experienced Registered Nurses to become highly skilled Cardiac Operating Room Nurses . This is a rare opportunity to gain specialized training in one of the most dynamic and rewarding areas of surgical nursing.

Why ChristianaCare?

Ranked #5 Health System in the Nation by Money Magazine in 2024

Grade A for overall performance and A+ for price transparency

A mission-driven organization committed to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care

What We Offer :

Structured Fellowship Program : Includes rotations across surgical specialties and perioperative didactic courses

Comprehensive Benefits from Day One :

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance and pre-paid nursing programs

Retirement planning : 403(b) and defined contribution plan

Annual membership to Care.com + backup care services

Wellness reimbursement and vendor discounts (hotels, theme parks, events & more

Career Growth : Be part of a high-performing CVOR team with opportunities for advancement

Who We're Looking For :

An enthusiastic, team-oriented RN who is passionate about cardiac care and eager to grow in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Requirements :

RN licensure in Delaware (or compact state)

BLS certification

Minimum 2 years of nursing experience

BSN preferred (or commitment to obtain within 3 years of hire)

Ready to specialize in one of the most critical areas of nursing?

Join ChristianaCare and become part of a team that’s transforming heart care through excellence and innovation.

👉 Apply today to secure your spot in the January 2026 CVOR Fellowship cohort!

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.