Nursing Educational Assistance
Let Owensboro Health Help You Achieve Your Educational Goals
So, you’ve decided to pursue a career as a professional nurse. 
Congratulations on a great decision. Prepare to be challenged to give your very best. Prepare to be inspired by the lives you touch. Prepare to make a difference – every day.
At Owensboro Health, we believe nursing is a special calling. We know that preparing the next generation of professional nurses starts in the classroom. But we also understand nursing school takes a lot of time, dedication and resources. That’s why we’re here to help.
We offer financial assistance of up to $2,500 per semester to cover tuition, fees and books. And when you’re ready for some hands-on experience, apply to be an Owensboro Health nurse extern and get paid while you learn.
Assistance Details
Who is eligible?
Students who have been accepted into an accredited nursing program may apply for educational assistance. Candidates must be seeking a first-time nursing degree.
How much am I eligible for?
Our program offers up to $2,500 per semester for a maximum of four semesters. Funds may be used to cover the cost of tuition, books, fees and uniforms. Assistance is awarded prior to the fall or spring semester, whichever is applicable.
What are the academic requirements of the program?
Students are required to maintain a 3.0 GPA and current enrollment in the nursing program. See full ongoing educational assistance requirements below.
What are my obligations to Owensboro Health?
In applying for educational assistance, students commit to work at Owensboro Health for a designated period of time--six months for every semester funded--once they obtain registered nursing licensure. Students who reject an offer of employment or withdraw from their nursing program are expected to reimburse the educational assistance plus 8 percent.
How to Apply
To be considered for assistance, applicants must submit all of the following items:
- Completed and signed application
- Official high school and college transcripts
- Official acceptance letter from an accredited nursing program
- Two letters of endorsement
- 500 word essay on the topic: “Why I am seeking a career in nursing and my goals upon completion of my degree.”
Be sure to include all application materials in one package; incomplete applications will not be considered.
Keep track of your required materials with our handy application checklist below.
Please mail your application package to:
Owensboro Health
HRD/Recruitment
PO Box 20007
Owensboro, KY 42304-9971
Application Deadlines and Checklist
Application Deadlines
The deadline for the fall 2013 semester is July 8, 2013.
Application Checklist
| Requirement |
Completed? |
Assistance application – completed and signed
(Application includes a statement of commitment to work at Owensboro Health upon receiving your registered nursing degree) |
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| High school transcripts |
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| College transcripts |
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| Acceptance letter from an accredited nursing program |
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| Tuition costs listed on application |
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| Two letters of endorsement |
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| 500-word essay |
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Be sure to include all application materials in one package; incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please mail your application package to:
Owensboro Health
HRD/Recruitment
PO Box 20007
Owensboro, KY 42304-9971
Next Steps
After I apply, what’s the next step?
A selection committee will review your application. If you’re selected to advance, you’ll be asked to interview with a team of department managers. Applicants are scored on their communication skills and professionalism.
How will I be evaluated?
Your request will be evaluated based by the above criteria. You’ll be notified upon approval or denial of your assistance request.
At Owensboro Health, we appreciate your calling to be a professional nurse, and we wish you the best as your pursue your career in healthcare. If we can further help you achieve your educational goals or questions regarding this process, please contact us.
Salanda Bowman
Registered Nurse Recruiter
salanda.bowman@owensborohealth.org
(270) 685-7708 or (877) 227-3841
Haley Riches
Professional Recruiter
haley.riches@owensborohealth.org
(270) 685-7707 or (877) 227-3841
Ongoing Expecations
Ongoing Expectations for Recipients of Owensboro Health Educational Assistance
- At the end of each semester, students must submit a copy of their grades to Human Resource Development.
- Students must maintain an accumulated GPA of 3.0. Failure to maintain a 3.0 GPA will result in ineligibility for continued assistance.
- Students must maintain a full-time status and remain in good standing with the college or university.
- Students must remain in good standing with the organization. Any disciplinary action taken as a result of a clinical rotation or nurse extern program, or termination of employment with Owensboro Health will result in forfeiture of assistance.
- Students must submit documentation of costs for each semester for which they are requesting assistance.
- Nursing degree candidates who refuse a position offered by Owensboro Health must begin repaying the assistance within 30 days.
- Employment at Owensboro Health is based on current staffing needs. Educational assistance does not guarantee employment with Owensboro Health; individuals who are not offered a position with Owensboro Health are expected to repay the assistance in full.
Do you have a passion for nursing? Do you have a drive to succeed? Do you have a willingness and desire to be part of the Owensboro Health team? If so, you’re in the right place.
If you don’t find the information you’re looking for here or have more questions, please contact us.
