Growth Opportunities for Nurses
Many leadership and professional development opportunities are available to Fred Hutch nurses who are looking to expand their role or grow their skill set. Nurses may seek advanced roles within departments such as quality, regulatory affairs, education or program development.
Leadership and Professional Development Opportunities
Nurses can progress to clinic leadership roles by becoming preceptors, supervisors, managers or professional practice coordinators and can serve on various nursing committees. Fred Hutch nurses at every level are encouraged to participate in scholarly inquiry and quality improvement and present their work in local, national and international professional conferences and publications.
Continuing Education
Fred Hutch RNs and LPNs who work at least 50 percent FTE and have been employed for longer than six months are eligible to receive continuing education funds every fiscal year, up to $300, based on percent FTE. Funds can be used for many kinds of continuing education, including local and national conferences, professional membership fees, health care books and study and testing time toward nursing certifications.
Fred Hutch employees who have an FTE of 50 percent or more and have completed one year of continuous service are eligible for tuition reimbursement through Fred Hutch.
Fred Hutch’s Clinical Continuing Education Library has a robust range of live and pre-recorded classes and webinars from world-renowned experts in cancer care. Access is available to staff and students at all Fred Hutch locations and academic partner institutions. For more information, email education@fredhutch.org.
Scholarships
Fred Hutch supports the following scholarship opportunities for nurses to grow their nursing practice through education and professional development.
Residency and Fellowship Programs
Fred Hutch supports the education and growth of students, novice nurses and experienced nurses through a variety of specialized training, residency and fellowship programs.