Can I choose my specialty area to work?
You will have the opportunity within the electronic application to rank your specialty areas of preference.
What is the difference between panel and unit level interviewing?
Panel level: Interview will consist of the panel interview facilitator, hiring managers for the specialty area, and 4-5 applicants. The interview is virtual and approximately 1hr in length but can be shorter or longer depending on answer length. Each applicant will have an equal opportunity to answer all the same questions.
Unit Level: Interview will consist of one or more applicant(s) and the hiring manager for the department being interview for. In the interview the hiring manager may include other members of the leadership team such as assistant managers or member of the staff. This interview may be virtual or in-person and will be 30-60min in length. See Interview webinar for additional specifics.
Can I interview for more than one specialty?
You will only have the opportunity to interview with one specialty
Is it manageable to be enrolled in a BSN-bridge program?
Being enrolled in a residency program as well as a BSN bridge program is manageable. Our recommendation that residents entering a bridge program and hired within our residency program speak with their unit/department leadership teams.
If I have applied before but was not selected, can I apply again?
Yes, you may apply again keeping in mind the official graduation date is no greater than 18 months from cohort start date and you do not have more than 6 months paid RN experience.
Can I apply before I have my ADN/BSN?
Yes. Keep in mind you will need to have your degree prior to starting with us.
Can I apply before I have my RN license?
Yes. Keep in mind, each cohort has a deadline to obtain your CA RN license by.
I cannot find the application?
If it is outside of the application timeline, you are unable to apply and will need to wait for the next application cycle for the next cohort.
Can I use my preceptor or someone outside of clinical faculty for my references?
No. We want a faculty member of your school who can speak to your clinical practice.
If I am an out-of-state candidate should I take my NCLEX in California or my home state?
We recommend taking in your home state (quicker turnaround) and then applying for a temporary and perm CA RN license. The temporary RN licenses through the California Board of Nursing are good for up to 6 months.