Internal Mobility Program for HHAs: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are the answers to many questions you may have about the Internal Mobility Program for HHAs.

Who is Eligible to Participate in the Internal Mobility program?

Home Health Aides who have been employed with Personal Care for at least 6 months, are in good standing and do not have any documented disciplinary actions in the past year are eligible to participate.

Where Can I Look Up and/or Apply for Open Positions at VNS Health and View Job Descriptions?

You can view all open roles including job descriptions and position requirements at VNS Health on our job site.

Who Can I Talk to if I’m Interested in Another Position at VNS Health or Just Want to Talk Through My Professional Goals?

You can contact Carla Greenidge, Internal Mobility Program Coordinator at 212-216-9927 and she’ll be happy to talk with you about your career aspirations along with supporting you through the interview process if you choose to apply for an open role and are chosen to interview for the role.

What Resources Are There That Can Help Me to Improve My English Language Skills?

If you are an 1199SEIU member, you can sign up to attend free ESOL courses. The English for Speakers of Other Languages program is designed to help you as an adult learner if you need to improve your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. The program offers eight levels of instruction ranging from beginner to advanced. For more information on the different ESOL courses offered through the union, please visit 1199seiubenefits.org/esol/ or to speak with an advisor please contact (844) TEF-1199 or email [email protected].

What Financial Assistance is Available Through the Union or VNS Health if I’m Interested in Going Back to School?

If you’re an 1199SEIU member who wants to earn your college degree, graduate degree or further your professional development, TEF is here to support you. Depending on your eligibility and which school and program you choose, 1199SEIU offers various ways to help you pay for your education. For more information on educational financial aid please visit 1199seiubenefits.org/financial-support/ and to contact TEF, call (844) TEF-1199 or email [email protected].

What Educational Degrees and Certifications are Transferable?

It really depends on the educational institution you are applying for. If you want to get more information on whether your educational degree is transferrable to another program, please reach out to the specific educational institution that you are applying for.

What Support is Available to Help Me With Enhancing My Resume and Improving My Interview Skills?

For resume review and support with enhancing your interview skills, please contact Carla Greenidge, Internal Mobility Program Coordinator at 212-216-9927.

How Do I Get Started With Thinking About My Next Career Move?

Set up a time to connect with Carla Greenidge, Internal Mobility Program Coordinator, to discuss what type of work you are most interested in pursuing. Carla can be reached at 212-216-9927.

Where Can I Get More Information on the Different Career Tracks?

Career tracks and requirements for promotion through the tracks are available on this resource page.

I Have a Nursing Degree from Abroad. Is it Valid in the United States?

In order to practice nursing in the United States and in New York, you need to have taken and passed the NCLEX-RN exam. For more information on applying for licensure as a RN with a degree from a nursing school outside of the U.S. and U.S. territories, please click here.

If I Recently Graduated from Nursing School and Have Passed My Licensure Exam, What Opportunities Are There at VNS Health to Support My Development as a New Nurse?

VNS Health offers a comprehensive Nurse Residency Program for new nurses. The Nurse Residency Program at VNS Health is a paid learning opportunity for newly graduated RNs interested in having home care as their area of specialty. Our program combines virtual classroom instruction with hands-on clinical home care experiences under the supervision and guidance of preceptors, educators, and the program manager. After successfully interviewing, you are hired as a full-time RN Resident and receive 90% of a nurse’s compensation while you complete your specialty training. Our robust curriculum guides you to meet competency within six months; thereafter, Residents graduate and continue to work as full-time RNs with VNS Health. New associate and bachelorette-prepared Registered Nurses with 1 year or less experience are eligible to apply. For additional questions on the program and how to apply, please contact Stephanie Grier at [email protected].