Resident apprentices will receive continuing education while working in a clinical setting. The education supports the continued growth in areas of critical thinking and reasoning skills needed for the transition from education to practice. Residents will also be paired with a designated mentor that will guide the nurse through the program. The starting salary for participants will be increased after 6 months in the program and then again at program completion.
For the resident, there are no out-of-pocket expenses to participate in this program.
Resident Participation Requirements & Expectations
• Resident must have secured employment with a participating rural employer
• Valid State of Colorado Nursing License
• Participate in monthly educational programs to include synchronous discussions and asynchronous online modules
• Completion and delivery/implementation of one evidence-based project
• Attendance and participation in scheduled mentorship calls
• Monthly progress meeting with preceptor
• Commit to remain with the sponsoring employer for a minimum of 2 years
To get started or to inquire further, please contact the project lead directly: Tondeleyo@ColoradoNursingCenter.org