Rural Primary Care Fellowship for Advanced Practice Clinicians

Rural Primary Care Fellowship A one-year postgraduate fellowship for new‑graduate Advanced Practice Clinicians. About Elderberry Health Elderberry Health is a Tennessee‑based primary care provider organization caring for patients of all ages in an outpatient setting. Why this fellowship exists NP and PA programs prepare graduates well academically, but the transition to independent practice is challenging—especially in rural primary care, where patients are complex and clinical autonomy expectations arrive quickly. We built this fellowship to close that gap. Fellows spend a structured year embedded in our practice, working alongside experienced clinicians, building a graduated patient panel under direct mentorship, and developing real competency in a broad range of conditions. What fellows do Carry a graduated patient panel, starting at reduced volume and ramping toward independent practice over 12 months. Practice alongside a dedicated supervising clinician with daily case review. Attend periodic didactic sessions covering chronic disease management, geriatrics, behavioral health, common procedures, and rural practice patterns. Complete defined clinical competencies across our care settings. Receive structured monthly feedback with formal evaluations at months 4, 8, and 12. Who we’re looking for Recent graduates of accredited NP (FNP, AGPCNP, AGNP) or PA programs. Tennessee licensure or eligibility by start date. Genuine interest in primary care for rural communities. Coachable, curious, and ready to work in rural community settings. No prior clinical experience is required Annual stipend/salary. Opportunity to participate in employer‑sponsored benefits. Malpractice coverage. CME stipend and licensure/certification reimbursement. The path to a full‑time role Fellows who complete the program and demonstrate clinical readiness may be offered full‑time clinical positions at Elderberry Health. Logistics Duration: 12 months, full‑time. Start date: Early Summer 2026. Location: Ashland City, TN. Rolling admissions until the cohort is filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr