ICU Registered Nurse Jobs in Delaware

ICU Registered Nurse jobs in Delaware represent an active and competitive segment of the state's healthcare market, concentrated in acute care hospital systems, trauma centers, and specialty medical facilities serving both urban and regional populations at every level from new graduate to senior charge nurse. Most openings are in Wilmington, Newark, and Dover, where established systems like ChristianaCare, Bayhealth Medical Center, and Nemours Children's Health maintain a consistent hiring presence. The most in-demand specialties are cardiac ICU, medical-surgical ICU, and neonatal intensive care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles10
Top employerBayhealth
Top cityDover, DE
Cities hiring4
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Beebe Healthcare
RN / Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
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Beebe Healthcare
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RN / Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Beebe Healthcare
Lewes, Delaware
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$36.2 - $59.73/hr
BLS Certification
1,001-5,000

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Bayhealth
Patient Care RN - ICU
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Bayhealth
Added 2mo ago
Patient Care RN - ICU
Bayhealth
Milford, Delaware
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$37.98 - $58.87/hr
PALS Certification

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Bayhealth
Patient Care RN - ICU
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Patient Care RN - ICU
Bayhealth
Dover, Delaware
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$37.98 - $58.87/hr
PALS Certification

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Trinity Health
Registered Nurse - ICU - Full Time - Days
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Trinity Health
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Registered Nurse - ICU - Full Time - Days
Trinity Health
Wilmington, Delaware
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Trinity Health
Registered Nurse - ICU - Per Diem
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Trinity Health
Added 3mo ago
Registered Nurse - ICU - Per Diem
Trinity Health
Wilmington, Delaware
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
10,000+

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ICU Registered Nurse Jobs by City in Delaware

Where Delaware roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dover
4 jobs
Lewes
2 jobs
Milford
2 jobs
Wilmington
2 jobs

ICU Registered Nurse Job Market in Delaware

A snapshot from current Delaware openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Bayhealth
Bayhealth6 open roles
Trinity Health
Trinity Health2 open roles
Beebe Healthcare
Beebe Healthcare2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Delaware Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in ICU registered nurse jobs across Delaware.

  • Active Delaware RN license or multistate compact license recognized in Delaware
  • Current ACLS and BLS certification required by most Delaware ICU employers
  • Minimum one to two years of critical care or acute care bedside nursing experience
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred or required by major Delaware health systems
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled

ICU Registered Nurse Jobs in Delaware: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a icu registered nurse in Delaware?

To work as an icu registered nurse in Delaware, you must hold an active RN license issued or recognized by the Delaware Board of Nursing, which oversees licensure through endorsement or the NCLEX-RN examination. Delaware participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so compact license holders from eligible states may work without obtaining a separate Delaware license. Most ICU positions require an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, with a BSN increasingly preferred by major health systems in the state.

How much do ICU registered nurses make in Delaware?

ICU registered nurses in Delaware earn a median of about $99,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,340 for the lowest 10% to over $123,860 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire icu registered nurses in Delaware?

Companies currently hiring icu registered nurses in Delaware include Bayhealth, Trinity Health, and Beebe Healthcare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Delaware's ICU hiring is anchored by large integrated health systems with multiple campuses, meaning openings appear across both flagship hospitals and affiliated community facilities throughout the state.

Which Delaware cities have the most icu registered nurse jobs?

Dover, Lewes, and Milford are the Delaware cities with the most icu registered nurse openings. Wilmington leads because ChristianaCare's flagship campus and several specialty facilities are headquartered there, while Newark and Dover draw consistent volume from regional medical centers and state government-affiliated health institutions serving those surrounding communities.

Are there remote icu registered nurse jobs in Delaware?

Yes, but they're rare. ICU nursing is an inherently hands-on, bedside role, so fully remote positions are uncommon in this specialty. About 0% of icu registered nurse openings tied to Delaware are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those that exist are most often in tele-ICU monitoring roles where nurses provide remote oversight of patients across multiple units using video and sensor technology.

How can I get hired as a icu registered nurse in Delaware with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to a nurse residency or new-graduate transition program at a major Delaware health system. ChristianaCare and Bayhealth Medical Center both run structured residency programs designed for new RN graduates, often including critical care rotations that lead directly to ICU placement. Starting in a step-down or progressive care unit is a common lateral move that builds the monitoring and acuity experience Delaware ICU hiring managers look for, and holding an active Delaware RN license with current BLS and ACLS certifications strengthens any entry-level application.

Where can I find and apply to icu registered nurse jobs in Delaware?

You can find and apply to icu registered nurse jobs in Delaware on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that match.

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