Nurse Residency Program Manager

Howard University Hospital•Washington, DC

15h

About The Position

Howard University Hospital is seeking a dynamic and experienced Nurse Residency Program Manager to lead and elevate our Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program (NRP). In this role, you will be the driving force behind a structured, evidence-based transition-to-practice experience for new graduate nurses — shaping their confidence, clinical identity, and long-term success as professional nurses. If you are passionate about nursing education, program leadership, and building the next generation of nursing professionals at one of the nation's most storied academic medical centers, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
5 years of acute care nursing experience required, including 3 years in nursing education, professional development, or nursing preceptorship
Current, active DC RN license required
Advanced knowledge of acute care patient care delivery and demonstrated expertise in nursing professional development practice
Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills; ability to influence at all levels of the organization including executive leadership
Data literacy and outcomes analysis skills; ability to interpret benchmarking results and quality indicators to drive program decisions
Knowledge of Vizient/AACN NRP program structure, benchmarking systems, and evidence-based curriculum frameworks
Skilled in adult learning principles, evidence-based curriculum design, and clinical facilitation methods
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams); experience with LMS platforms and residency tracking systems preferred

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Nursing, Nursing Education, or related field preferred
Experience with nurse residency programs, Vizient/AACN NRP coordination, professional practice initiatives, or workforce transition programs strongly preferred
Minimum 1 year of supervisory or program management experience preferred
Nursing Professional Development board certification (NPD-BC) preferred
Additional certification in a nursing specialty or nursing leadership strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage all aspects of the Nurse Residency Program, including curriculum development aligned with AACN Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education, scheduling, and evaluation processes; ensure the program meets organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and national residency program standards
Serve as the organizational lead for the Vizient/AACN NRP — coordinating benchmarking submissions, reviewing comparative data against national NRP cohorts, and translating results into curriculum adjustments and program improvements
Collaborate with nurse managers, preceptors, and educators to support resident onboarding and orientation; partner with nursing leadership to align residency activities with professional practice priorities, workforce needs, and retention strategies
Coach and support residents through their development journey — fostering a psychologically safe, inclusive learning environment that addresses transition stress, resilience, and professional identity formation; oversee monthly clinical reflection time facilitation
Develop and facilitate monthly cohort-based learning seminars aligned with the Vizient/AACN NRP curriculum; oversee Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) project mentorship from project selection through final presentation
Meet regularly with residents, managers, and preceptors to assess individual progression in the RN role; identify trends, risks, and opportunities and escalate concerns appropriately
Monitor, analyze, and report program outcomes including retention rates, completion rates, resident satisfaction, and transition-to-practice indicators; prepare dashboards and formal recommendations for nursing and executive leadership
Oversee resident participation in quality improvement initiatives, including DMAIC or equivalent projects, in alignment with organizational priorities
Represent HUH at the State-wide Nurse Residency Consortium; maintain awareness of national nurse residency trends, standards, and best practices to inform ongoing program evolution
Plan and coordinate residency-related events, including pinning ceremonies and graduation activities