Director of Advanced Practice

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Organization:

VUH Advanced Practice Provider Department

Job Summary:

Develops and leads an advanced practice operational and strategic infrastructure in alignment within entity, VUMC and system goals. Ensures the delivery of high quality and cost-effective care, based upon competency and evidenced based clinical practice and research.  Lead individuals/teams across disciplines and possesses an ability to work with all levels of staff within a multidisciplinary group, and leads Advanced Practice Registered Nurses and Physician Assistants to contribute to institution-wide initiatives at the School of Medicine, School of Nursing and VUMC levels. Expertise in the dissemination of expert knowledge (i.e., published author, national expert, academic leader, etc.), substantial contribution to the field of advanced practice leadership and service in nursing as demonstrated through service, awards, honors and/or positions held in state, national and/or charitable nursing, hospital and/or multi-disciplinary organizations. 

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Position Hours

• Days

• Full-Time

Department Summary

The Director of Advanced Practice - Neurosciences will oversee the Advanced Practice Providers within Neurosurgery, Neurology and Neuro ICU.

Vanderbilt Neurosciences provides comprehensive, innovative treatment for brain, spine and central nervous system disorders. Our specialists offer everything from complex surgical procedures to routine management of chronic conditions. We understand that a diagnosis related to the brain or spinal cord can be scary. This is why our team provides the care and support you need with friendly faces and a compassionate approach.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Clinical expertise: Demonstrates experience and mastery as practicing clinician. Serves as an internal and external expert consultant in clinical practice. Serves on department and enterprise clinical practice administrative and improvement committees. Leads practice based learning and improvement initiatives. Serves as clinical leader in external associations and organizations as demonstrated by speaking and publication expertise. Has substantial experience in research and education and leads research and educational endeavors to advance clinical practice.
• Management experience: Demonstrates ability to lead individuals and/or teams across disciplines and care continuum. Has substantial experience as a unit and operational leader, demonstrating skill in the administrative and operational functions and structure within the organization and across the health system. Expertise in transformational leadership, developing advanced practice nurses and others into leadership roles. Encourages collaboration and team building. Effectively reaches organizational goals while maintaining team cohesiveness and satisfaction.
• Expert skill in facilitation, consensus-building and negotiation: Demonstrates ability to work with all levels of staff, including administrators, executive leaders, physicians and peers. Serves on departmental, institutional and system-wide committees, representing advanced practice. Demonstrates expert ability to lead meetings effectively, achieve consensus among interprofessional groups and navigate conflict.
• Understanding of broader group goals: Expert comprehension of advanced practice contributions to institution-wide initiatives on both the medical group and health system level. Serves as a main point of contact for senior leaders across the patient care center, entity and enterprise. Supports and often leads in the development, pursuit and achievement of strategic and organizational goals.
• Expertise on practice and regulatory compliance: Expert knowledge and application of national, state and institutional advanced practice regulations, education, clinical training, licensure, certification and scope of practice. Advocates for top of license practice. Leads initiatives to develop and/or modify policies and procedures. Serves as external expert in understanding advanced practice educational curriculums, guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission;  and state and national laws governing advanced practice. Serves as an internal consultant for institutional regulations such as nursing and medical staff bylaws, credentialing and privileging, VUMC policies and procedures.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Our Nursing Philosophy:  

We believe highly skilled and specialized nursing care is essential to Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s mission of quality in patient care, education and research. We believe nursing is an applied art and science focused on helping people, families and communities reach excellent health and well-being. 

As a Vanderbilt University Medical Center employee, you make a difference to our patients and their families by bringing compassion and care to those in need of hope and healing. Please see our current employee benefits offered:

• Affordable High Quality Health Plan Options
• Dental and /or vision plan
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Paid Time off (flex PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement and adoption assistance (maximums applied)
• Short-Long term disability
• Subsidized backup childcare
• And many more...Ask us about our current inpatient nursing supplemental Pay Program!

Achieve the Remarkable: 

Learn more about VUMC Nursing: 

• Nursing Careers: http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/index.html
• Benefits: http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/benefits.html
• Our Nursing Philosophy: http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/philosophy.html
• Our Nursing Leadership: http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/leadership.html
• Shared Governance: http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/shared-governance.html
• Education& Professional Development: http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/professional-development.html
• Life In Nashville: http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/nashville.html
• VUMC Nursing: http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/root/vumc.php?site=vanderbilt-nursing  

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Certifications:

LIC-Licensed Nurse Practitioner - Tennessee, LIC-Physician’s Assistant Certified - Tennessee

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level:

5 years

Education:

Master’s

Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled