Nasson Health Care is committed to providing outstanding patient care, fostering staff growth and development, and enhancing community health via educational initiatives. Our residency program caters specifically to emerging nurse practitioners who are dedicated to forging their careers within the demanding environments of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) or with special populations.
Objectives:
Nasson Health Care Nurse Practitioner Residency Program is designed with three core objectives:
- Focus on readying Nurse Practitioners to take on comprehensive care responsibilities for complex and underserved groups. This spans all life stages and various healthcare settings, particularly addressing the unique needs of homeless populations and public housing residents.
- The program builds upon the foundational educational background and clinical experiences that are part of becoming a Certified Nurse Practitioner. It aims to cultivate greater clinical confidence and operational competence essential for high-quality practice within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment.
- The Program strives to increase the retention of Nurse Practitioners in FQHCs by encouraging long-term career commitments in these centers. Additionally, it seeks to develop their leadership skills pertinent to advancing within FQHCs as well as playing influential roles in shaping future healthcare systems.
Application Requirements:
All applicants are required to fill out the York County Community Action Application for a Family Nurse Practitioner Resident.
In addition, please provide responses to the following questions. This process serves as a reflective exercise for you to convey to Nasson Health Care your personal narrative of qualifications, interests, and reasons for pursuing this Residency program. It is an opportunity to articulate your individual statement that captures your motivation and readiness for this professional journey.
- Please share the personal, professional, educational, and clinical experiences that have influenced your decision to pursue a career in nursing and specifically to specialize as a family nurse practitioner. What are your goals for participating in a Residency program? Additionally, we would like you to discuss your vision and strategies for both immediate and long-term career growth.
- During your residency at Nasson Health Center, what specific objectives do you aim to achieve? Please pinpoint particular areas of focus in which you wish to enhance your expertise, proficiency, or self-assurance (related to life stages, age groups, or healthcare settings).
- Please describe your reasons for aspiring to work in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or with special populations. What draws you to these environments and the unique opportunities they present?
- The Nurse Practitioner Residency at Nasson Health Care is an innovative program that envisions its residents as collaborative architects of this new model. We invite you to reflect on the personal attributes and strengths you believe will be beneficial in shaping this experience. Additionally, we encourage candidness in sharing any reservations or concerns you might have regarding your participation while in residency.
In addition to, or as part of the three recommendation letters you provide with your application, please ensure to include at least one letter that explicitly highlights your skills and passion in relation to this Residency Program.
To ensure a thorough and clear application process, please adhere to the following guidelines:
- Responses must be either typed or written clearly by hand.
- It is essential to fill out every section of the application completely.
- Provide full addresses and contact numbers where requested; these details are mandatory.
- When entering dates, specify both month and year for each time period, ensuring that they cover an uninterrupted range.
- Answer all inquiries directly on the form – referring to external documents such as your CV is not acceptable. If a particular question does not apply to you, indicate this with “N/A.” Should you run out of space while answering any questions within the provided fields of the application form, feel free to attach extra sheets as necessary.
It is also imperative that you include up-to-date copies of all required documentation with your submission. These copies must be clear enough to read easily.
- CV or resume with MONTH & YEAR for WORK & EDUCATION history sections
- CV or resume must show a five (5) year work history MONTH & YEAR format, if applicable
- If applicable, written and signed explanation of any gaps in work history over three (3) months
- Copy of Maine RN license
- Copy of Maine APRN license
- Copies of license(s) from any other state
- Federal DEA certificate
- ANCC/AANP certification or evidence of eligibility for certification
- Copy of driver’s license
- Professional diploma (BSN, MSN) AND official graduate school transcripts
- Three (3) letters of recommendation from professional references (supervisor, program director, chairman of department, CMO).
- If applicable, non-U.S. residents must provide a copy of their permanent resident card/VISA/proof of eligibility to work in U.S. Licensure and credentialing materials (i.e. Board Certification, LA licenses, and DEA license) are not required when applying, simply write “pending”. They are required prior to the start of residency.