About the Program
The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Residency Program is a full-time, post graduate program designed to ensure residents are fully prepared for primary care in a community health environment. This program supports the needs of the residents who are committed to developing their careers as primary care providers through training and on the job experience.
CHC FNP Residents will work at CHC’s main location in Mashpee and rotate to other CHC locations to support training and increase access for those in need. FNP residents will receive didactic lectures incorporated into clinical practice and receive support and guidance from their preceptor(s) to prepare them to provide autonomous, high quality care for populations with complex clinical needs across all life cycles. FNP residents will also improve their clinical skills, confidence, productivity and job satisfaction, as well as contribute to the health center’s mission and goals for workforce retention and well being. Participation in the Residency Program includes a full-time paid position with a comprehensive benefits package, and housing is available.
Mission Statement
The Family Nurse Practitioner 24-month Residency Program at Community Health Center is committed to being a model of excellence in educational development, clinical competencies and mentorship, while retaining highly-skilled, confident and compassionate providers who are equipped to meet community needs.
Goals
Through longitudinal continuity practice, specialty rotations, professional development and quality improvement initiatives, CHC will develop advanced practice clinicians who are leaders in community health, with the following program goals:
Goals for Residents
- Train for Patient Care in a complex FQHC setting to achieve best health outcomes
- Achieve Knowledge for Practice for clinical judgement, health indicators, and professional development
- Elevate competence and confidence of residents through Practice-Based Learning and Improvement
- Demonstrate effective Interpersonal and Communication Skills for patient safety and optimal clinical results
- Model a Systems-Based Practice to enhance patient health effects
- Support Interdisciplinary Collaboration to improve treatment, resources, and work environment
- Cultivate Personal and Professional Development through supportive internal and external opportunities
Program Goals
- Strengthen workforce capacity retention at CHC by preparing NP’s to deliver full-spectrum primary care within CHC’s communities
- Advance CHC’s core values into the residency program curriculum
- Ensure organizational compliance by maintaining CMS, Medicaid, HRSA, and FQHC documentation and billing standards
- Address community needs to improve health outcomes, create access to services, and enhance patient engagement
Faculty/Staff/Preceptors
Dr. Kristy Brown, DO
Dr. Brown serves as the Medical Director and a preceptor of the NP Residency Program. Click to learn more.
Dr. Munir Ahmed, MD, FACP
Dr. Ahmed is the Chief Transformation Officer and a preceptor of the NP Residency Program. Click to learn more.
Julie Quintero-Schulz 
Julie is the CHC Chief of Staff and coordinator of the NP Residency Program.
About Community Health Center
The FNP Residency Program is affiliated with Community Health Center. To learn more about CHC, please click here.
Contact us
To learn more or ask questions about CHC’s FNP Residency Program, please contact CHCNPResidency@chcofcapecod.org.
Benefits
CHC FNP Residents have access to all of the benefits afforded to regular employees – including health insurance, disability, dental and vision insurance. CHC also pays for professional liability insurance for all residents. Resident and fellow salaries are closely benchmarked to national and regional standards, as described by the AAMC. Residents may also access housing at one of CHC’s locations.
Wellness
Well-being can be a challenge during the rigors of post-graduate training. CHC believes it is very important to take care of yourself, physically and mentally, so that residents can participate in your education and patient care. CHC and its Residency Program are committed to the well-being of our employees, residents and fellows. CHC partners with local fitness businesses for the health of our staff/residents for discounted pricing, maintains a robust Employee Assistance Program with 24-hour access, 7 days a week for emotional well-being, healthy lifestyles, legal/financial matters, and other various resources. The residency also includes various group outings to provide for time away from the office to foster relationships and enhance morale.
Click here to view the FNP program flier
Click here to apply online for the program
Life on Cape Cod
Learn more about life on beautiful Cape Cod and the perks of joining CHC’s FNP Residency Program!
