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  • What units will be accepting new grads?

    This is dependent on unit needs and the number of new grads the department feels they can support. It is different every cohort. The list of units that typically take new grads will be listed within the application.

  • When should I apply?

    Apply within your last semester of nursing school.

  • Will I work nights, holidays, and weekends?

    The schedule may include overnights, weekends, and holidays.

  • What are the qualifications for the Nurse Residency Program?

    Experience: Less than one year of nursing experience or RN licensure.

    Education: Recently graduated from an accredited nursing program.

    NCLEX: RN license in-hand by designated deadline for assigned start date.

  • Is it classroom or sim experiences?

    Immersive simulation or clinically facilitated role-play based learning with didactic components. We also include web-based learning modules.

    - 2 Types of SIM/Role Play: Task or Skills, Clinical Immersion (Scenario Based)
    - Practice in a safe, non-threatening environment where it is permissible to make mistakes.
    - Work in small groups and observe the facilitator or an experienced participant demonstrate the task/skill, which helps participants to be comfortable trying out new approaches.
    - Become confident using job aids and tools to facilitate performance of tasks/skills.
    - Receive targeted feedback and support after each role-play; immediate feedback is crucial for participants to achieve a high level of proficiency and attain performance expectations.
    - Early clinical time on unit, starting week 3.

  • How long is the program? Is it paid?

    The Program includes 2 Phases over a year to best prepare a newly licensed nurse for their career. It is a full-time paid position with benefits starting day one.

    Phase 1: Clinical Orientation (Approximately 9-24 weeks varying by specialty).
    - Weekly experience and preceptor expectation guide.

    Phase 2: Nine months
    - Monthly professional development workshops including career mapping and evidence-based practice.
    - Mentoring

  • What other proven benefits does your program provide?

    • Safer patient care
    • Increasing nurse retention
    • Increased new nurse confidence, satisfaction, and improvement of critical decision making

    We offer various resources for leadership development, including:

    • Career mapping
    • Resume building
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Professional Excellence Program
    • And more!

    Our Program includes methods recommended by many top-notch nursing organizations, including IOM, JC, ANA

  • What types of units are available?

    Med/Surg, Med/Tele, PCU, ICU, ED, Peds, Neonatal, Obstetrics, Behavioral Health, Surgical Services, etc.*

    *May change based on location and availability.