Summary:This program is designed to help train and place registered professional nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) in underserved communities, in a variety of settings and specialties, including home care, to care for New York’s diverse population. The NANY Loan Repayment Program makes funds available to help recruit RNs and LPNs and encourage them to remain in medically underserved areas of the state.
Agency:NYS Department of Health
Sponsor:New York State
Program Type:Loan Repayment
Length of Service:3-year commitment
Type of Designation Required:Primary Care, Mental Health
Minimum HPSA Score Required:N/A
Place of Service Obligation:Hospital, Nursing Home, Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Facility, Certified Home Health Agency or Licensed Home Care Services Agency, A medical practice that is registered with the New York State Department of State as a PC or PLLC
Health Professionals Supported:RNs and LPNs
Additional Information:Awards will provide up to $25,000 for a RN or $10,000 for an LPN who agrees to practice in an underserved area for the 3-year NANY service obligation period. It is expected that 80 percent of the funding will be awarded to RNs and 20 percent to LPNs. Distribution of funding may be amended based on the pool of applications received.