The Horizon Nurse Residency (Horizon) Program is an ANCC accredited, evidence-based nurse residency program. It's designed to guide new graduate nurses by bridging the divide between nursing education and nursing practice. The program offers training within hospital units including the ICU setting, Hematology-Oncology, Emergency Department, and the ICU Float Pool, with the duration varying by unit of hire.
Candidate Requirements
- Be graduates of an accredited (ACEN or CCNE) BSN program
- Have a Florida RN license by the date of their panel interview
- Fulfill a one-year agreement in the unit for which they are hired, and two years within the organization
Training Style
The Horizon Nurse Residency Program focuses on several learning styles which include:
- Didactic classes
- Skills training
- Simulation labs
- Unit-specific training with a preceptor
- Performance demonstration
- Self-learning computer modules
Expectation of Participants
- Obtain a certification within two years
- Author or co-author an evidence-based project or poster presentation
- Participate in a unit and/or hospital-wide committee
Applications and Deadlines
The Horizon Program selects nurse residents three around spring, summer and/or fall.
Applications for the July 14, 2025 start date should be submitted by May 12-18, 2025.
Applications for the November 10, 2025 start date should be submitted by September 8-14, 2025.
Applications are only available during these dates.
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Meet the Horizon Program Leadership Team
Christina Llanez, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CNML
Director of Nursing Professional
Development & Horizon Program Director
Monica Velasco, MSN, RN, CPN
Horizon Program Nurse Specialist