Covenant Health University
Join a Team That Puts Patients First
At Covenant Health, we want to be more than just a great place to work. We want to be a destination that can help you build your health care career by encouraging and supporting your professional development. One of the ways we do this is by helping you pursue postsecondary education, from providing financial aid towards your degree to partnerships with local colleges and universities. Whether you’re a new employee or already a member of our team, we’re here to help you succeed.
College and University Partnerships
Covenant Health has partnerships with colleges and universities throughout the region, including:
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology
- Roane State Community College
- Lincoln Memorial University
- Tennessee Wesleyan University
- Walters State Community College
- South College
Some programs through these partnerships include:
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Certified Surgical Technicians (CST)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Lab tech
Continuing Education Programs
Nurse Residency Program
The Nurse Residency Program at Covenant Health is a program established to support new graduate nurses (RNs) through their first year of nursing. Geared towards nurses with less than one year of acute care experience, NRP is a year-long program where we meet as a group once a month for six months. We focus on confidence building, clinical decision-making, critical thinking and leadership…just to name a few things!
We’re committed to helping you successfully make the transition from an educational setting to a fast-paced hospital environment. Every newly graduated nurse is assigned to a specific facility and unit and is automatically enrolled in the program. All you need to do is apply online for job opening(s) that interests you!
The Covenant Health Nurse Residency Program is accredited with distinction as a Practice Transition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs.
Licensed Practical Nurse Apprenticeship Scholarship Program
Roane County has launched the first LPN apprenticeship program in Tennessee, in partnership with TCAT Harriman and supported by the Rural Healthcare Grant.
Annually, students will be awarded paid on the job training and full tuition in scholarship funds or stipend.
Next Steps: A new cohort will begin in May, and interest is already growing. Please connect with us and submit an interest form.
High School Programs
Covenant Health believes in developing future healthcare providers, beginning as young as high school students through our Patient Care Assistant Programs.
Fort Loudoun Medical Center’s “Fort Loudoun Healing Hands” program is a state-certified Patient Care Tech Apprentice program for high school students ages 15-18 who are enrolled in healthcare courses and are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. The program allows students to gain first-hand experience by working in a variety of departments, including emergency, medical/surgical, nursing, laboratory, imaging and surgical technician.
Fort Sanders Regional, Parkwest and Roane Medical Centers also have Patient Care Support Assistant programs for high school students interested in the healthcare field. Other Covenant Health facilities will offer the program in the coming years.
In addition to our PCSA program, Covenant Health provides guest speakers, industry field experiences, job shadowing, summer employment, career exploration, clinical time and volunteer opportunities to high school students.
What Our Incredible PCSAs Have to Say
Haley P.
Through joining the PCSA program this summer, I have gained firsthand insight into what working in healthcare truly looks like. It has given me opportunities to learn new skills as well as patient care. I was able to see the teamwork and dedication behind the scenes of healthcare including administration. I have gained confidence in myself and discovered how rewarding it is to make a difference in a patient’s day, even in small ways.
Amy M.
The PCSA program has been an incredible experience for me. Getting hands-on experience in different healthcare settings has really opened my eyes to the variety of roles available. I’ve always been interested in healthcare, but this program has solidified my interest and given me a clearer direction to pursue.
I feel much more confident about choosing healthcare as a future career path. The mentorship and networking opportunities have been invaluable. It’s been inspiring to see the impact healthcare professionals have on people’s lives, and I’m excited to be a part of that.
Ariel S.
As a rising senior and aspiring future healthcare professional, I came into the PCSA program with only some textbook knowledge and an eagerness to learn. I was lost in the vast number of career paths that existed in the healthcare field and desperately needed more clarity. Textbook knowledge and online research can only prepare you so much. It is extremely difficult to understand the full picture or real-life application of what you read without seeing it in-person. Through this program, I was able to connect with healthcare professionals all over the hospital, learning and understanding the role they played in providing the best quality of patient care. By the end of the summer, not only did I gain a sense of clarity for my future, but I also developed a mentorship with knowledgeable professionals. In addition, I connected with peers who are also aspiring to do great things. I have no doubt that the connections and friendships I gained through this program will guide me on a great path toward a future career in healthcare.
Covenant Health’s Future
Leading the Way: Covenant Health Nurse Residency Program Receives Prestigious Recognition
The Covenant Health Nurse Residency Program is accredited with distinction as a Practice Transition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs.
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S.E.V.I.E.R. Ready Program at LeConte Medical Center
Sevier County Schools helps prepare high school students for high-demand, high-skill careers through the innovative S.E.V.I.E.R. Ready Internship Program. Designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application, the program equips students with essential skills that are often difficult to acquire through traditional instruction alone. By participating in the S.E.V.I.E.R. Ready Internship Program, students can develop a broad understanding and awareness of industries and possible careers that are available to them.
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High School Students Interested in Nursing Careers
High school students interested in nursing careers can get hands-on experience at Parkwest Medical Center and other Covenant Health acute-care hospitals through an innovative Patient Care Support Assistant (PCSA) program. Designed for high school students ages 16-18, the unique program includes hospital training, a paycheck and a nursing career jumpstart.
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CNA Scholarship Program
Covenant Health is proud to offer scholarship
opportunities to local individuals interested in
completing a Certified Nursing Assistant program.
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