The Brooks Rehabilitation Transition to Practice Nursing Program, also known as the Nurse Residency, consists of an immersive learning experience for all newly licensed nurses. Our individualized program consists of classroom learning, precepted hands-on clinical skill development, simulation, field observations, mentorship, team building and more!
Experiences Offered in the Residency
Shadow Experiences
Nursing residents will participate in various shadow experiences with Brooks team members. These sessions supplement general orientation, residency classes and unit-based preceptorships.
Shadow opportunities include:
- Wound care
- Respiratory
- Physical therapy (PT)
- Occupational therapy (OT)
- Speech therapy (SLP)
- Dietary
- Nursing Leadership
- Infection Prevention
- Home Care
Peer Mentor Program
The Brooks Residency Peer Mentor Program pairs each new graduate with a nurse who has completed the residency within the past few years. Mentors offer moral and emotional support and help new graduates navigate their transition into practice.
Mentor partnerships last between six months and one year following residency completion. Participants meet regularly for continued support and take part in team-building activities with other residents and mentors.
Benefits of the Program
New graduate nurses gain enhanced clinical skills and confidence to ensure their success as practicing nurses.
Brooks also offers:
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
- A clinical ladder for professional growth
- Preceptor courses to prepare nurses for staff orientation roles
- Mentorship classes for those interested in guiding new graduates
Brooks provides competitive benefits, including retirement 403(b) matching and profit sharing.
Completing the Program
Upon completion, residents are fully oriented and prepared to care for patients in their assigned units. Ongoing support from mentors and peers continues beyond the program.
Qualifications to Participate in the Residency
Applicants must have graduated from an accredited RN or LPN program with less than one year of experience. Graduates may apply before passing the NCLEX, but cannot begin work as an RN or LPN until licensed.
There are opportunities to work as a Nurse Tech while awaiting NCLEX results.
How to Apply
The program is managed by the Brooks Institute for Higher Learning. Interested candidates can apply through the Transition to Practice Nursing Residency Program page.
Applicants may also explore New Graduate Nurse (RN) Job postings on this website.
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