NP Residency Program

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the NP residency program only for Family Nurse Practitioners or may Adult/Gerontology NPs apply as well?
FNPs and AGNPs within 18 months of graduation are welcome to apply.

Would I be able to apply this current application cycle if I have not graduated yet?
Yes, however, entrance into the program requires that your ANCC or AANP Board Certification and Hawaii APRN license are in place prior to the start of the program in August. We highly recommend you take your boards as soon as possible.

Where can I find information on obtaining a Hawaii APRN License from the Hawaii Nursing Board?
http://cca.hawaii.gov/pvl/boards/nursing/

Do you accept applicants with some NP work experience already?
Yes, you may apply within 18 months of graduation.

Is there a specific procedure to turning in the recommendations? For example, do the references need to send their letters directly to you? Or, do I include them altogether as part of my application?
- All letters of recommendation MUST be on formal letter head.
- Letters should be emailed directly from the author to npresidency@wcchc.com

Where can my recommendation letters be mailed to?
Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center
ATTN: NP Residency Dept.
86-260 Farrington Hwy
Waianae, HI 96792

Should I include my recommendation letters with my application?
If your letter authors give you their letters they can be included with your application packet, however, the original letters should be mailed to the address above.

When are interviews? And when do you announce your candidates?
Interviews for the Primary Care NP Residency will start in mid-April and candidates will be selected in May.

Does your CHC qualify for National Health Service Corp loan repayment?
Yes, WCCHC is a NHSC site. However the NHSC legislation does not permit an internship or residency to be counted as part of the obligatory period of service, but does allow deferrals of up to one year for scholars who wish to participate in this residency program.

Do you provide relocation assistance?
No

How many residents will be accepted this year?
We expect to accept 4 residents for the 2025-2026 program.