{"id":839,"date":"2026-08-07T20:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-07T20:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thirstier.news\/?p=839"},"modified":"2026-08-07T20:30:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T20:30:00","slug":"exploring-va-nursing-residencies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/itsveterans.com\/?p=839","title":{"rendered":"Exploring VA nursing residencies\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Access to high-quality,\u00a0timely\u00a0healthcare requires a\u00a0skilled\u00a0nursing workforce.\u00a0To address the current national shortage of experienced nurses,\u00a0the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)\u00a0offers\u00a0nursing\u00a0residency programs\u00a0at VA\u00a0Medical\u00a0Centers\u00a0(VAMCs)\u00a0across the country.\u00a0Through these programs, VA\u00a0supports the clinical training of more than 25,000 nursing students annually.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Each program offers\u00a0wide-ranging\u00a0opportunities for participants to develop competent, confident, practice-ready\u00a0Registered Nurses (RNs)\u00a0and\u00a0Nurse Practitioners (NPs)\u00a0equipped with the knowledge and skills to address the\u00a0unique\u00a0needs of our nation\u2019s Veterans.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Read on to learn more about the\u00a0different types\u00a0of nursing residency programs offered by VA.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Geriatrics and Extended Care Nurse Practitioner Residency Program\u00a0<\/h2>\n

Dedicated to serving our nation\u2019s aging Veterans, this program provides residents with comprehensive clinical training\u00a0across the continuum of care, including long-term care, rehabilitation, home-based primary care and palliative medicine. The program emphasizes evidence-based, Veteran-centered care, scholarly inquiry and interprofessional collaboration. Guided by VA\u2019s I CARE values (Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence), we prepare nurse practitioners to deliver care with clinical excellence and cultural competence.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Geriatrics and Extended Care Nurse Practitioner Residency is offered at VAMCs across the U.S., including\u00a0Los Angeles<\/a>,\u00a0Boston<\/a> and\u00a0Houston<\/a>.\u00a0Check out the website<\/a>\u00a0to\u00a0see the full list of participating VAMCs.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Residency Program\u00a0<\/h2>\n

VA is dedicated to meeting the specific mental health needs of our nation\u2019s Veterans.\u00a0Through completion of\u00a0this\u00a0program, mental health nurse practitioner residents will acquire clinical experience in the management of various mental health conditions impacting our Veteran population, build on their diagnostic, psychiatric medication management,\u00a0and psychotherapy skills, and develop a strong skill set in interprofessional collaboration and Veteran-centric care.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Residency is offered at VAMCs across the U.S., including\u00a0Cincinnati<\/a>,\u00a0Seattle<\/a>, and\u00a0Atlanta<\/a>.\u00a0Check the website<\/a>\u00a0to\u00a0see the full list of participating VAMCs.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Post-Baccalaureate Registered Nurse Residency Program\u00a0<\/h2>\n

Research\u00a0indicates\u00a0that\u00a0newly graduated RNs\u00a0who engage in residency programs\u00a0exhibit\u00a0greater competence, improved organizational abilities, enhanced communication skills, reduced turnover rates, and stronger leadership and collaboration with fellow healthcare professionals.\u00a0This program\u00a0assists\u00a0new nurses in transitioning into their professional roles\u00a0and fosters\u00a0professional development within a supportive learning environment focused on evidence-based clinical care.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201c(The program) gave me an opportunity to get first-hand insight and experience in different units and truly find where my passion lies,\u201d said\u00a0Hollie Slagle-Suruagy<\/a>, Post-Baccalaureate Registered Nurse Residency, Portland VAMC alum.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Post-Baccalaureate Registered Nurse Residency is offered at VAMCs across the U.S., including\u00a0New York<\/a>,\u00a0Portland<\/a>, and\u00a0Boise<\/a>.\u00a0Check the website<\/a>\u00a0to\u00a0see the full list of participating VAMCs.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Residency Program\u00a0<\/h2>\n

The Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Residency is offered at VAMCs across the U.S., including\u00a0Milwaukee<\/a>,\u00a0San Francisco<\/a>, and\u00a0Washington, DC<\/a>.\u00a0Check the website<\/a>\u00a0to\u00a0see the full list of participating VAMCs.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Join our team\u00a0<\/h2>\n

Learn more<\/a>\u00a0about\u00a0VA nursing residencies\u00a0at\u00a0VA Careers<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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