The Professional Nurse Advancement Program (PNAP) is the clinical ladder for eligible Registered Nurses (RNs) at the sites in the applicability section. The PNAP allows for career progression by recognizing the professional nurse's clinical knowledge, competence and performance. Progression within the PNAP is an ongoing process, which requires formal documentation for advancement and/or maintenance.

The purpose of the Professional Nurse Advancement Program (PNAP) is to:

• Attract, engage and retain highly qualified Registered Nurses
• Encourage and develop a culture of life-long learning and professional growth
• Foster inter-professional collaboration and teamwork
• Recognize and reward outstanding clinical expertise of staff nurses
• Improve retention of nurses by providing opportunities for advancement at the bedside
• Increase job satisfaction
• Promote leadership skills
• Improve patient care through personal growth and contributions to practice area

APPLICATION CRITERIA & COMPENSATION