{"id":6609,"date":"2023-03-21T21:43:26","date_gmt":"2023-03-21T21:43:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/?p=6609"},"modified":"2024-11-05T17:44:17","modified_gmt":"2024-11-05T17:44:17","slug":"understanding-nurse-fellowships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Nurse Fellowships"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter how much you enjoy your current job, there&#8217;s nothing wrong with exploring new options. If you decide to switch specialties, completing a nursing fellowship is a great way to learn new skills, network with other RNs and discover how to provide a higher level of care to patients of all acuity levels. This guide explains what a nurse fellowship is and offers valuable tips for landing a fellowship slot of your own.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #3c3b3d;color:#3c3b3d\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#nurse_fellowship_vs_residency\" >Nurse Fellowship vs. Residency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#is_a_fellowship_more_difficult_than_a_residency\" >Is a Fellowship More Difficult Than a Residency?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#how_does_a_nurse_fellowship_work\" >How Does a Nurse Fellowship Work?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#compensation_and_benefits\" >Compensation and Benefits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#education_and_skill_development\" >Education and Skill Development<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#application_requirements\" >Application Requirements<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#academic_performance\" >Academic Performance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#nursing_licensure\" >Nursing Licensure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#background_check\" >Background Check<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#top_nursing_fellowship_programs\" >Top Nursing Fellowship Programs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#mount_sinai_health_system\" >Mount Sinai Health System<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#mayo_clinic_arizona_fellowship_in_perioperative_nursing\" >Mayo Clinic Arizona Fellowship in Perioperative Nursing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#northwell_health\" >Northwell Health<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#pros_and_cons_of_nursing_fellowships\" >Pros and Cons of Nursing Fellowships<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#advantages_of_nurse_fellowship_programs\" >Advantages of Nurse Fellowship Programs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#disadvantages_of_nurse_fellowship_programs\" >Disadvantages of Nurse Fellowship Programs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/understanding-nurse-fellowships\/#how_to_get_a_nursing_fellowship\" >How to Get a Nursing Fellowship<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_is_a_nurse_fellowship\"><\/span><b>What Is a Nurse Fellowship?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nurse fellowship programs help experienced RNs transition into their desired specialties. For example, if you currently work in pediatrics, you could find a fellowship designed to ease the transition into labor and delivery or postpartum care. Nursing fellowships are common, as they benefit healthcare organizations as much as participants. Hospitals with fellowship programs tend to attract high-quality applicants, making it easier to meet current and future staffing needs. Some organizations also view RN fellowships as a way to address shortages in intensive care, mental health and other specialties.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"nurse_fellowship_vs_residency\"><\/span><b>Nurse Fellowship vs. Residency<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although some people use the terms fellowship and residency interchangeably, the two have distinct differences. Nurse residencies help recent graduates needing support as they transition into nursing practice. A residency usually includes a combination of classroom learning, mentoring and hands-on experience. The classroom portion of the program focuses on the knowledge and skills a new graduate needs to excel in their chosen specialty and helps them land a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nursing\/new-graduate\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">new graduate nursing job<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or the rare <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nursing\/new-graduate\/travel\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">new graduate travel job<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conversely, a nurse fellowship generally aims to help an experienced RN transition to a new nursing specialty or learn how to provide a higher level of care. However, some fellowships focus on learning the skills needed to succeed in management and research roles. For example, Penn Nursing and the Wharton School have partnered with Johnson &amp; Johnson to offer a 1-year fellowship for senior nurse leaders interested in advancing healthcare through leadership and innovation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is_a_fellowship_more_difficult_than_a_residency\"><\/span><b>Is a Fellowship More Difficult Than a Residency?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because\u00a0each type of program has a different purpose, you can&#8217;t accurately compare the two in terms of difficulty. However, new graduates have unique challenges, such as transitioning from student to full-time nurse mode. Likewise, nursing school certainly isn&#8217;t easy but requires a different set of skills. You must study to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/healthcare-education\/nclex-tips-to-help-you-pass\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pass the\u00a0NCLEX certification exam<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, get good grades in your nursing courses and succeed in your clinical placements.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_does_a_nurse_fellowship_work\"><\/span><b>How Does a Nurse Fellowship Work?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6611\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Nurse-fellowship-Resized-scaled-e1679434628704.jpg\" alt=\"Nurse fellowship, nursing student\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hospitals develop nurse fellowships to meet their specific needs, so every program differs. That said, nurse fellowship programs typically have a few features in common. For example, programs usually last for several months up to one year and begin in the classroom before transitioning to working in a hospital under a specialist\u2019s supervision. Also, each participant gets to choose their specialty. Many hospitals have <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/5-best-career-paths-for-nurses\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">career pathways for RNs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> interested in transitioning to labor and delivery, intensive care or emergency department nursing. You may also find a nurse fellowship in a burn unit, cardiac catheterization lab or rehabilitation center.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"compensation_and_benefits\"><\/span><b>Compensation and Benefits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fellowships aren&#8217;t like the unpaid internships completed by many college students. Instead, these programs provide a nursing salary. Participants may even qualify for insurance and other benefits in some programs. For example, Memorial Hermann Health System nursing fellows qualify for health coverage, student loan repayment, certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement and an employee assistance program. Some healthcare employers may offer a completion bonus to every nurse who finishes a fellowship. As of March 14, 2023, Memorial Healthcare System in Hollywood, Florida, offered a completion bonus of $10,000.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"education_and_skill_development\"><\/span><b>Education and Skill Development<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although each program has unique features, most fellowships include seminars, lectures, clinical rotations and other activities designed to help participants broaden their knowledge and develop new skills. For example, Northwell Health offers multiple specialty tracks that all include simulation experiences using SimMan, SimBaby or other anatomically correct mannequins. The organization operates several facilities in New York City, Westchester and Long Island, New York.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"application_requirements\"><\/span><b>Application Requirements<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although every program is a bit different, most nursing fellowships have some application requirements in common. Be prepared to meet the following criteria.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"academic_performance\"><\/span><b>Academic Performance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your preferred program may require a minimum grade point average (GPA). Colleges calculate your GPA by dividing the total number of grade points earned by the total number of credits attempted. Some healthcare organizations have more stringent requirements than others. For example, New York&#8217;s Mount Sinai Health System requires applicants for its emergency department nursing fellowship to have a GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"nursing_licensure\"><\/span><b>Nursing Licensure<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because nursing fellowships are for experienced nurses, you must have a valid nursing license before you apply. If it&#8217;s almost time to renew your license, complete all continuing education requirements well before your renewal date. Depending on where you live, your state board of nursing may require you to submit proof of completion. It takes time for a board representative to review your documentation and process the renewal, so if you leave it to the last minute, your license may lapse.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"background_check\"><\/span><b>Background Check<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re applying for a fellowship with your current employer, you may not have to complete this step, but some fellowship programs require applicants to submit a background check. At Community Medical Center in Missoula, Montana, an authorized representative also checks to ensure each applicant doesn\u2019t appear on the National Sex Offender Registry or the Office of Inspector General (OIG) exclusion list. The OIG exclusion list contains the names of people excluded from participating in Medicaid, Medicare and other federal healthcare programs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"top_nursing_fellowship_programs\"><\/span><b>Top Nursing Fellowship Programs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"mount_sinai_health_system\"><\/span><b>Mount Sinai Health System<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mount Sinai Health System offers nursing fellowships in several specialties. Its flagship facility in New York City has opportunities for Bachelor of Science (BSN)-prepared nurses interested in working in the emergency department. Applicants must meet the following requirements:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pass NCLEX before the cohort start date<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commit to 2 years of employment at Mount Sinai<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold a New York RN license<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interview successfully<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a GPA of 3.2 or higher<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The South Nassau location has fellowships available in these five departments:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operating Room<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emergency Department<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Critical Care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Labor and Delivery<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maternity\/Neonatal Intensive Care Unit<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each fellowship lasts 3 to 6 months, allowing participants to gain confidence in their new specialty. To qualify, you must have a valid New York RN license, Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association and the flexibility necessary to work all shifts while in the program.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"mayo_clinic_arizona_fellowship_in_perioperative_nursing\"><\/span><b>Mayo Clinic Arizona Fellowship in Perioperative Nursing<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re interested in operating room nursing and willing to relocate to Arizona, consider the Perioperative Nursing Fellowship at the Mayo Clinic Arizona. This program includes didactic and clinical components, giving participants plenty of support as they develop the skills necessary to succeed in the operating room. Clinical rotations focus on scrubbing and circulating in various procedures, making it easier to determine if you want to specialize even further at some point in your career. Participants who complete the entire program receive 40 contact hours from the Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses and 16 college credit hours from the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"northwell_health\"><\/span><b>Northwell Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Northwell Health offers the following fellowship opportunities for nurses:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emergency Department<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pediatrics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Critical Care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oncology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perioperative Nursing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every fellowship includes some combination of education, mentoring, simulation experiences and clinical rotations to help participants learn relevant skills. The length of a fellowship depends on which specialty you choose. For example, the oncology option lasts 16 weeks, while the emergency department fellowship takes several months. Northwell Health has several cohorts yearly, increasing access to these valuable educational opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"pros_and_cons_of_nursing_fellowships\"><\/span><b>Pros and Cons of Nursing Fellowships<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5498\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/1-RN-Piggy-Bank-for-College-Resized-scaled-e1679434713740.jpg\" alt=\"financial aid for nurses\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"advantages_of_nurse_fellowship_programs\"><\/span><b>Advantages of Nurse Fellowship Programs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the primary benefits of a nursing fellowship is that you get paid to learn. You won&#8217;t have to worry about performing unpaid work or balancing a fellowship with a part-time job to ensure you can continue paying your bills. You may even qualify for benefits, reducing out-of-pocket health expenses and providing access to perks that can make your nursing career even more rewarding.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Completing a fellowship is also a great way to network with other nurses and learn from their experiences. Many nurse fellowship programs include mentoring or preceptorships, allowing you to ask questions and get guidance from nurses with decades of experience in your specialty of interest.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nursing fellowships are also helpful for RNs interested in becoming travel nurses. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/travel-nursing\/travel-nursing-agencies-for-new-graduates\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel nurse agencies for new graduates<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> without experience typically don\u2019t exist. Travel jobs are usually reserved for nurses with extensive experience. Completing a fellowship provides more experience, so you may qualify for more travel nursing opportunities, making it easier to increase your income.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"disadvantages_of_nurse_fellowship_programs\"><\/span><b>Disadvantages of Nurse Fellowship Programs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although fellowship programs have many benefits, a couple of drawbacks exist. One of the main disadvantages is that some programs require you to be flexible about your work hours. During a fellowship, you typically work at least 40 hours per week, but your employer may require 12-hour shifts or overnight work. Another disadvantage is that you must usually commit to remaining at the facility for a certain length of time. This requirement could prevent you from accepting a more lucrative opportunity elsewhere.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_to_get_a_nursing_fellowship\"><\/span><b>How to Get a Nursing Fellowship<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re interested in a nursing fellowship, there are a few things you should do to prepare for the application process. First, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/perfecting-nursing-resume\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">perfect your nursing resume<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and ensure everything is up to date. It&#8217;s one of the first things a recruiter sees, so it needs to make a great impression. Next, make sure your licensing paperwork is in order. If you need to complete any continuing education requirements or pay renewal fees, do so well in advance of the application deadline. Finally, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/tips-for-passing-nursing-interviews\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brush up on your interviewing skills<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You may have to complete several interviews with program directors or preceptors, so communicating effectively regarding your knowledge and experience is essential.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Elevate your career by exploring the latest job openings from top staffing partners on Vivian Health today.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a style=\"background-color: #124e3b; color: #fdfeff; font-size: 20px; border-radius: 10px; padding: 15px; min-height: 30px; min-width: 120px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/browse-jobs\/landing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Browse Jobs<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn one way to obtain skills in a new specialty and help you qualify for the job of your dreams.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6610,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[109,3],"tags":[290,294,303,75],"class_list":["post-6609","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-healthcare-education","category-career-resources","tag-discipline","tag-employment","tag-permanent","tag-rn"],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Nursing-Student-Fellowship-Resized-scaled.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6609","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6609"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6609\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6610"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6609"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6609"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6609"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}