Nursing Scholars Program in Partnership with Ivy Tech
Ivy Tech students who are admitted to the traditional track of the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree program in the fall of 2023 will be eligible to apply to the Community Health Network (CHNw) Nursing Scholars program. Applicants must be accepted into one of the following Ivy Tech campuses to be eligible to apply:
- Indianapolis/Lawrence
- Hamilton County
- Kokomo
- Anderson
The Nursing Scholars program provides financial support for tuition, expense stipend and additional program materials. Requirements for the Nursing Scholar student include working as a senior patient care technician at Community Health Network while in nursing school. Post college graduation, nursing scholar students are required to work for Community Health Network for three years as a full-time registered nurse.
Education and Practice Redefined
Community Health Network and Ivy Tech Community College are excited to partner for the CHNw Nursing Scholars Program. The program is designed to integrate classroom and on-the-job learning to support your development as a nursing professional.
To get started, please read the frequently asked questions below, which include links to apply to Ivy Tech. For additional questions contact Nicole Johnson at njohnson5@eCommunity.com.
FAQs
Who is eligible to apply to the CHNw Nursing Scholars Program?
Nursing students who are admitted into the fall 2023 ASN Traditional Track at Ivy Tech Indianapolis/Lawrence, Hamilton County, Kokomo, or Anderson campus.
Are other Ivy Tech campuses or nursing programs also included in the Nursing Scholars Program? No, at this time only the Ivy Tech Indianapolis/Lawrence, Hamilton County, Kokomo, and Anderson campuses are included. The Ivy Tech MA to ASN, LPN to ASN, Military Medic to ASN, Paramedic to ASN and Traditional LPN programs are not included.
Will there be future opportunities if I do not get accepted into the fall of 2023 class or I am not ready to apply for 2023?
Unless unforeseen circumstances occur Community Health Network plans to continue this program in spring/fall of 2024 and 2025. We encourage you to use 2023 to complete your prerequisites and TEAS test to be eligible to apply in future years.
How do I get accepted into the Ivy Tech ASN program? For information about applying to Ivy Tech, admission to Ivy Tech’s Traditional ASN Program, requirements, prerequisites, and the TEAS test, please visit the links below.
Apply to Ivy Tech Apply to Ivy Tech Nursing Program
If I am accepted in the ASN Traditional Track program in the fall of 2023 at one of the above campuses, when can I apply to the CHNw Nursing Scholars Program?
Representatives from Community Health Network will present the program at your Ivy Tech School on your registration day. You will be invited to apply to the CHNw Nursing Scholars Program at that time.
Will I automatically be chosen for the CHNw Nursing Scholars Program after I apply?
Community Health Network will be conducting interviews with applicants. The goal of the interview is to determine mutual benefits for both parties. We will be discussing Community’s mission, values and culture. As this program is sponsored to help fill our most critical nursing jobs we will prioritize applicants who are willing to be flexible and pursue many different areas of nursing.
What does the CHNw Nursing Scholars Program offer me?
- Financial Support:
- Scholarships to cover 100% of tuition after financial aid has been applied.
- Funding to cover select course materials and clinical resources available through the Ivy Tech bookstore.
- Personal financial stipend provided upon successful completion of first semester and employee hire and onboarding with CHNw as a senior patient care tech.
- Exceptional Clinical Experiences: Acute clinical experiences completed at Community hospitals.
- Transition to Practice: Enhanced orientation, and because you graduate with experience, you move to the front of the line for job opportunities in high-demand areas.
Will I be required to work at Community Health Network while in nursing school?
Yes, a paid senior patient care technician role starts the first school break after one semester of clinicals is completed. The work commitment is 24 hours in a six-week period. You will be able to choose your working days and shifts. This position is non-benefitted and offers a competitive rate of pay.
Will I have a work commitment to Community Health Network after graduating from nursing school?
Yes, a three-year work commitment working as a full time registered nurse is required. If a part-time job is obtained (must be at least a 0.6 FTE) the work commitment is five years.
Am I able to opt out at any time, and what would that mean to me financially? What happens if I do not complete my ASN?
As part of the CHNw Nursing Scholars program, you will enter into an agreement with Community Health Network for your scholarship, stipend, clinicals and employment. Any breach in the agreement will result in dollars owed on your behalf to Community Health Network.