HUH NURSE RESIDENCY PROGRAM
Preparing Our Nurses for Success
The Howard University Hospital (HUH) Nurse Residency Program (NPR) is a 12-month endeavor, designed to provide a seamless transition into practice for the newly licensed, registered nurse. The Nurse Residency Program uses a transformational and evidence-based curriculum administered by Vizient and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)TM. Through collaboration across nursing and various disciplines, the program supports the development of new graduate nurses, both professionally and personally, allowing them to acquire the knowledge, skills and behaviors critical to achieving clinical competency in an acute care nursing practice.
Click on the links to find information about Nurse Residency Program Benefits, Eligibility Requirements, Frequently Asked Questions and How to Apply.
The HUH Nurse Residency Program begins September 9, 2024
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Program Benefits
The HUH Nurse Residency Program offers a myriad of benefits to graduate nurses, effectively preparing them with clinical knowledge as well as critical thinking skills prior to their independent practice.
The program benefits includes:
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Eligibility to apply to HRSA for student loan forgiveness, upon program completion
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One year as a Nurse Resident: Advancing in skills competencies and confidence
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Work one-on-one with a nurse preceptor that supports individualized learning needs
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Access to networking and mentorship opportunities
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Level 1 Trauma Center
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Competitive Salary
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Regular sessions to support your entry into the nursing practice
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In-depth DC healthcare experience in a fast paced, acute care environment
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Upon successful completion of NRP, promotion to RN II status with competitive pay increase
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Program Requirements & Eligibility
To qualify for the HUH Nurse Residency Program, potential candidates are required to meet a select eligibility requirements, which includes:
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Licensed or endorsed by the District of Columbia as an RN at the start of the NRP
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A 2-year employment commitment as an RN at Howard University Hospital is required by all applicants; Successful completion of the NRP does count as one year towards the 2-year commitment
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Required that candidates graduate within 6 months of start date; Exceptions are made on a case-by-case basis
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Frequently Asked Questions
The HUH Nurse Residency Program offers a myriad of benefits to graduate nurses, effectively preparing them with clinical knowledge as well as critical thinking skills prior to their independent practice.
1. What is your new grad orientation Nurse Residency Program structure (e.g., program benefits, length & requirements to complete, contractual obligations)?
The HUH Nurse Residency Program begins September 9, 2024; (12 month duration)
2. What units do you accept new grads onto, and do any of them tend to have fewer spots or be available less often?
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We accept Nurse Residents into all units to include specialty units such as Emergency Department, Critical Care, Behavioral Health, Perioperative Services, etc.
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Upon successful completion of the NRP, graduates may apply to transfer to specialty units
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Women & Infant Services tends to have fewer spots
3. How frequently do you hire new grads? If at set times of the year, when are typical cohort start dates and application acceptance periods?
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Nurse Residency Program: has a September start date
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Applications are accepted year-round
4. How close to graduating and/or taking the NCLEX do you recommend that candidates apply?
We recommend graduating students apply in their junior and senior years; however, as stated previously, applications are accepted year-round.
5. What are the preferred qualifications (e.g., GPA, certain clinicals, leadership or volunteer experience, other qualities)?
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2.8 Cumulative GPA
6. What does the application and interview process entail? How long is the typical process from applying to finding out about an offer?
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Applicants should apply directly online at HUH’s website under Careers
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Interviews are held with the Director of Professional Services & Education along with a Medical-Surgical Director or Nurse Manager from the desired specialty unit
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The Chief Nursing Officer and/or Associate Chief Nursing Officer may also participate in interviews
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Applicants must be accepted into their NRP unit
7. What is the approximate starting pay for new grads? Is there a differential for having an MSN?
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$35+/hr (2023-2024 Fiscal Year)
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Shift differentials:
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Nights – 19% above base pay
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Weekends – 34% above base pay
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MSNs do not receive additional differential rates
8. Who should nursing students contact if they have more questions?
Michaele Nesbitt-Johnson, DNP, MGA, RN, NEA-BC
Director of Professional Development and Education
Howard University Hospital
Email: mnesbitt-johnson@huhosp.org
Office: 202-865-4040
Cell: 202-938-9765
Olga Goldthorp
Senior Nursing Recruiter
Howard University Hospital
Office: 202-865-7858
Cell: 202-425-0153
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Start Your Journey & Apply Today
The HUH Nurse Residency Program begins September 9, 2024