Senior Director, Advanced Practice Providers

Work Schedule :

This is a full time, 1.0 FTE position. Shifts will be scheduled Monday-Friday between the hours of 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM.

Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. 20% of hours will be clinical practice.

Be part of something remarkable

Help lead a remarkable team of advanced practice providers at the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Senior Director, Advanced Practice Providers (APP) to :

• Lead system-level operational, clinical, financial, and human resource functions and activities for APPs (NP, PA, midwife, and clinical anesthetists) across the UW Health enterprise.
• Guide and direct strategic goals and vision of the APP workforce including regional growth expansion, optimization of APPs, and sustainable patient care delivery models.
• Manage the complex interdepartmental and interdisciplinary relationships to assure collaboration and effective / efficient operations within advance practice providers.
• Maintain current and in-depth knowledge of a rapidly changing healthcare environment and national APP workforce demands, strategically integrating this knowledge into UW Health strategies, business functions, and resources for effective action, results, and innovation.
• Foster an environment of learning and professional growth among APP leaders and aspiring clinicians by providing oversight of APP educational programs and coaching / developing teams.

At UW Health, you will have :

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee / family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Education :

Minimum Masters or Doctorates Degree in Nursing, Bachelors or Masters Degree in Physician Assistant Studies, Masters or Doctorates Degree from accredited CRNA program, or Masters Degree from accredited AA program

Preferred Masters of Business Administration, Masters of Medical Management, Masters of Healthcare Administration, or equivalent

Work Experience : Minimum

Minimum

• Five (5) years of experience as a practicing APRN / PA / AA
• Five (5) years of progressive leadership / management experience in nursing or APP operations

Preferred

• Experience in an academic health system
• Experience in a multi-hospital system or integrated delivery system
• Leadership experience in managing advanced practice provider or clinical practice management

Certifications : Minimum

Minimum

If Advanced Practice Nurse* :

• Active RN and APRN certifications and licenses in state(s) of practice AND
• Active board certification as an Advanced Practice Nurse in area of clinical practice. These may include the following : Adult;
• Adult / Gerontology Acute Care; Adult / Gerontology Primary Care; Emergency; Family; Gerontology; Neonatal; Pediatric Acute Care;

Pediatric Primary Care; Psychiatric-Mental Health; or Women’s Health; or Certified Nurse Midwife, or as Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.

If Physician Assistant* :

• Active PA license in state(s) of practice AND
• Active PA board certification

If Anesthesiologist Assistant* :

• Active AA license in state(s) of practice AND
• Active AA board certification

All Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwives, and Physician Assistant applicants must have* :

• Prescriptive Authority AND an active DEA license or ability to apply for such license prior to or upon hire
• Active license or eligibility to obtain active licensure in state of practice. This may include licensing in Wisconsin and other state(s) of practice.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.

Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.

EOE, including disability / veterans.

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