Employer: Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center
Title: Post-Baccalaureate Nurse Residency Program
Additional Information: https://www.va.gov/lovell-federal-health-care-va/work-with-us/internships-and-fellowships/post-baccalaureate-nurse-residency-program/
We are accepting applications for the Post-Baccalaureate Nurse Residency Program funded by the VA Office of Academic Affiliations (OAA).
As a nurse resident, you will receive a stipend and benefits during your year of advanced training. After the 12-month training is completed, permanent employee opportunities will be dependent upon RN vacancies.
This is a federally funded registered nurse residency program that will be held in accordance with VA OAA requirements and aligned with the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education standards (CCNE).
Residency programs ensure a supervised transition to autonomous and competent clinical practice. Clinical settings:
- Provide a range of experiences in the application of nursing science and practice.
- Provide exposure to Veterans and Military of varying backgrounds and cultures.
- Foster graduated responsibility in carrying out professional functions.
Continuity of care is stressed in transitions of care from inpatient to outpatient settings, acute and long-term care, and mental health programs.
You will be an integral part of interdisciplinary teams and can enhance clinical and leadership skills in a variety of clinical settings.
As a successful graduate of the program, you will be well positioned to initiate your professional nursing career.
- United States citizen
- Graduated from a CCNE or NLNAC accredited program with a BSN or MSN within the last 12 months, serving in your first nursing role.
- Minimum cumulative grade point (average of 3.25 on a 4-point scale).
- Current, unrestricted RN license.
- Must pass pre-employment medical exam and drug testing.
- Be proficient in spoken and written English.
- Be physically capable of walking, bending, stooping, and some lifting in the direct care of patients. There may also be extended periods of sitting.
Any questions or inquiries can be directed to myself, the PBNR Program Director, via email at Rebecca.Myers@va.gov or phone 224-803-5332.
