Specialty Nurse Intern Program (SNIP)
This specialized training program at Duke University Hospital is for new graduate nurses interested in an Emergency Department career. It puts nurses in a structured, 26-week orientation that provides extensive clinical exposure combined with classroom lectures to help nurses better understand emergency services. A team of preceptors supports Specialty Nurse Intern Program (SNIP) trainees and engagement and support extend well beyond the formal six-month active program.
The application is now open for the October cohort and can be found here. Questions can be directed to latiesha.omonijo@duke.edu. Generally, the program is offered three times a year. We accept applications for cohorts in February, July and October.
Post-Acute Transitional Care @ Home (PATCH) Program
This new graduate nurse training program supports the new nurse in their first year of practice as they rotate through Home Health, Hospice, Home Infusion, and Care Coordination service lines. Nurse residents are prepared for the field of post-acute transitional care through a 50-week comprehensive training schedule while being supported by experienced preceptors, nurse educators, and managers.
Generally, the PATCH program is offered twice a year with cohorts starting in February and July. Apply by contacting latiesha.omonijo@duke.edu.
New Graduate Registered Nurse Program, Duke University Hospital-Based Clinics
This 12-week program supports new graduate nurses interested in a career within an ambulatory care setting. Upon completion of a 2-week orientation, nurses are prepared for the field of ambulatory with three four-week rotations at surgical clinics, procedural clinics, and medical clinics within Duke University Hospital’s network of ambulatory sites in Durham. Upon completion of the program, nurses are hired at one of the ambulatory clinics.
The application is now open for the July cohort and can be found here. This program is offered twice per year with cohorts starting in February and July. Questions can be directed to latiesha.omonijo@duke.edu.
