Heritage Health FNP
Residency Program
MISSION
The Heritage Health Nurse Practitioner Residency Program aims to improve access to and the quality of healthcare in our community by advancing the education of newly graduated Nurse Practitioners. Through comprehensive training that provides depth, intensity, and breadth, the program supports new providers in developing competence, clinical expertise, leadership skills, and the confidence needed to deliver high-quality care to our community.
CULTURE
In our NP Residency, we foster a culture of continuous learning, humility, positivity, and professionalism. Residents are expected to approach each day with a growth mindset, viewing challenges as opportunities to improve and refine their skills. We value teamwork, curiosity, and openness to feedback as essential components of professional development. Above all, our culture emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care while striving for personal and clinical excellence.
Program Structure
Continuity Clinic:
Residents gain hands-on experience through consistent patient care in our clinics. Each clinic session includes direct supervision and coaching from seasoned NPs, PAs, or physicians who support residents in building clinical confidence and independence.
Specialty Rotations:
The program includes both in-house and community specialty rotations, offering exposure to areas like pediatrics, psychiatry, dermatology, and urology.
Didactic Learning:
Structured didactic sessions cover a broad range of primary care topics.
Additional Components:
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Quality Improvement training and project completion
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Regular case discussions
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Quarterly Wellness Days
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Community involvement
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Responsive resilience support
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Career development workshops (resume building, interview prep)
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Progressive Ramp-up of clinical experiences
Benefits:
Salaried position with full employee benefits, including health, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and CME.
History:
Heritage Health’s Nurse Practitioner Residency, established in 2023, bridges the gap between education and independent practice. This 13-month program offers hands-on clinical experience, specialty rotations, and dedicated mentorship within an integrated primary care setting at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).
Important Dates:
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Each academic year begins the first week of October
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Interviews in late February
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Applications for initial round offers close 2/14/2026. Applications will still be considered on a rolling basis until all positions are filled
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As an active member of the NWCAPE, our program follows a quasi-match system unique to the Pacific Northwest. This means that our application opening and closing dates as well as offer date aligns with other participating programs.
Eligibility:
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Interested in gaining primary care experience working in a community health center setting
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MSN or DNP graduate from a CCNE or ACEN accredited Family Nurse Practitioner program
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Must be licensed in Idaho and credentialed by program start date
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Must have obtained a certification and license to practice not longer than 18 months before the start of the residency program
TO APPLY
Apply by clicking the “Apply Today” button on this page when the application period is open. You can also check our Careers page during that time for access to the application.
Meet Our Staff
NP Clinical Program Director
Lindsey Page
NP Residency Manager
Kaylee Blackburn
Past Resident Testimonials
"Being part of the residency program has been pivotal in readying me to become the best practitioner I can be. The guidance and education I have had within this program has help build my confidence and has provided me shoulder to shoulder guidance during my first year of practice, which has been invaluable."
Angela Blake
GRADUATE
"The Nurse Practitioner residency program has helped me gain additional clinical knowledge and confidence in a supportive environment. This hands-on experience is such a valuable option for new nurse practitioners to boost skills and expertise. I have personally enjoyed specialty rotations, training with mentors, and didactic sessions."
Annie Owen
GRADUATE
HERITAGE HEALTH PRIMARY CARE HPSA SCORE - 17
This attribute represents the Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) Score developed by the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) in determining priorities for the assignment of clinicians. The scores range from 0 to 25 where the higher the score, the greater the priority.
As an NHSC S2S LRP participant, you must work at an NHSC-approved site with a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) score of 14 or higher. Heritage Health has a Primary Care HSPA Score of 17 as of September 2025.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I don’t graduate until a few months before the start of the residency. Can I still apply?
Yes, but you must be licensed and credentialed in Idaho by the program start date.
What is the main purpose of an NP Residency?
The main purpose of a Nurse Practitioner (NP) Residency is to bridge the gap between education and independent clinical practice by providing newly graduated NPs with structured, hands-on training and mentorship. Residents will benefit from didactic sessions, a ramp-up schedule to ease their transition, and a dedicated preceptor during continuity clinic, ensuring comprehensive support as they build confidence and refine their clinical skills in a supportive environment.
Are residents employees of Heritage Health?
Yes, Residents are temporary full-time employees and receive both a salary and benefits. Additionally, accepted residents are eligible for reimbursement of licensure fees.
How many residency positions are available each year?
There are currently four residency positions available each academic year.
Is there an option or an obligation for a second year in the residency program?
The residency program is 13 months beginning in October.
Are residents hired at Heritage Health upon completion of the program?
Residents are encouraged to apply for positions at Heritage Health, but it is not expected, nor is a position guaranteed.
Our program is accredited through the Consortium for Advanced Practice Providers Learn more about the rigorous standards of the Consortium for Advanced Practice Providers.
Visitors to our site are encouraged to provide public comments as part of our accreditation process. Please visit the Accreditation Status and Public Comment Website.
