About the Program
The no-cost JVS Nursing Refresher Program helps experienced Registered Nurses with active licenses confidently return to the workforce. This flexible, self-paced program combines online coursework, hands-on skills training, and a 120-hour supervised hospital clinical practicum. Participants apply refreshed knowledge in real patient care settings and receive job search support to transition into RN roles across the San Francisco Bay Area.
Program Details
- This program starts on April 23 and ends on September 3
- This is a 18-week program: 12-weeks of self-paced online training (~20 hrs a week), one full day in-person skills practice at SFSU, and 120 hrs of practicum at a clinical site in San Francisco
- Graduates will receive: SFSU CPaGE certificate of completion, 30 CEUs, and JVS post-program job placement assistance
Eligibility
- Must provide a valid California RN license
- Must be a resident of San Francisco Bay Area
- Must be 18 years of age or older and interested in securing meaningful employment with opportunities for economic growth
- Must be able to provide a U.S. high school diploma, GED, or equivalency with translation
- Should have a valid authorization to work in the United States, such as U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or an employment authorization card
- Must be able to provide updated immunizations record and pass occupational health screening
- Must provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination
Key Dates
Dates below are subject to change.
| PHASE | DESCRIPTION | DATE & TIME |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 0: Orientation | JVS's orientation to the program, providing an overview of program expectations, content, and timelines. | April 23, 9am-12pm |
| Phase 1: Online Learning | SFSU's self-paced, online learning modules completed over 12 weeks. | April 27-July 24; Thursdays 10am-12pm group class via Zoom (+ Wed, June 17) |
| Phase 2: In-person Skills & Clinical Practicum | A one-day skills/simulation lab at SFSU followed by 120-hours of hospital clinical practicum in San Francisco | July 27-August 28 |
| Phase 3: Job Search Support | JVS provides career coaching and job search assistance upon program completion. | After program completion |
What You’ll Gain
- Comprehensive RN Curriculum: San Francisco State University’s (SFSU) online Nursing Refresher curriculum updates participants’ knowledge of modern nursing processes, pharmacology, and medical-surgical care to support a confident return to practice
- Hands-on Experience: Skills training and a 120-hour supervised hospital clinical practicum build real-world experience and readiness for RN roles
- Job Search Support and Coaching: The participants will engage in JVS’ job search support and coaching during the job search process
- Core Competencies: Graduates demonstrate proficiency in the nursing process, apply current pharmacology, deliver safe medical-surgical care, communicate and collaborate effectively, provide quality patient care with confidence, and develop strong job search and career readiness skills
- Participants that complete the program will receive 30 CEUs
Career Snapshot
As of 2023, the average wage range for a Registered Nurse in CA is $65.85 per hour.
Some possible career pathways for this occupation include:
- Nurse Practitioner
- Nurse Educator
- Nursing Supervisor
- Specialty Clinical Roles (ICU, ED, OR, PACU, NICU, L&D)
~ Sarah, Registered Nurse
Take the Next Step
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The tuition and fees of this program is $20,480 per person, but is no charge for participants thanks to our generous supporters. We invest heavily in our training programs to help you advance your career without financial barriers. Whether you’re starting out or looking to change careers, our training can open new doors and empower you to take the next step in your professional life, all at no cost to you.
JVS does not use race, gender, sex, or other protected categories or proxies for protected categories in the selection process. Demographic questions will be asked; however, these are not shared with reviews and do not impact eligibility for the program, they are collected for program evaluation purposes.
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