Advance Practice Provider Manager- Trauma Service

Job Summary

Leads a team of Advanced Practice Providers at multiple trauma centers within the Cleveland Clinic Trauma Program. Partners with administration and multidisciplinary clinical teams to ensure high-quality trauma care at three level 2 trauma centers and the expansion of the Cleveland Clinic Trauma Program. Responsible for hiring, onboarding and performance coaching of teams.

Job Details

Cleveland Clinic’s Digestive Disease Institute is currently seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Acute or Family certified) for a full time APRN PA Manager position with Trauma Service. This is a fast paced, top of license leadership opportunity. This position is roughly 50% clinical and 50% administrative. This provider will be responsible for managing injured patient of all ages. Some typical clinical duties will include: Rounding on ICU/RNF, reporting to trauma activations in the ED, advanced procedures (i.e. central and arterial lines, chest tube placement, intubation, wound repair), and OR assisting. Administrative/Leadership responsibilities will include (but are not limited to): scheduling, timekeeping/managing PTO, insuring compliance requirements are met by all APP’s, professional development, attending APP leadership meetings, onboarding and recruitment. The schedule will include varying hours with rotating shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends. ACLS/BLS/ATLS certification is mandatory. PALS certification is preferred. The ideal candidate would have a background in trauma, surgery services and/or emergency medicine. Minimum of 3 years clinical experience is required with at least 1 year of previous supervisory experience. New graduates will not be considered for this position.
 

Responsibilities:

• Oversees the APP practice or department within multiple services lines of the institute, hospital or market of practice.
• Hires and oversees orientation, training and education of APPs. Performs annual performance reviews and monitors performance productivity for assigned areas. Develops and implements competencies, policies and procedures for the department.
• Practices in the role of an APRN or PA providing clinical practice in accordance with privileges granted and as appropriate for certification and licensure.
• Drives SQPE initiatives and oversees policy compliance, standard of care and process improvement initiatives. 
• Serves as representative for assigned areas and facilitates in evaluating new technologies and equipment in conjunction with physician staff.
• Communicates updates to leadership and presents reporting as appropriate. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

APRN 

Effective 05/01/2014: MSN required upon hire or within 3 years of hire for external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role to an APRN licensed role. 
Graduate of an accredited APRN program. 
If in neonatal care service area Master’s Degree is required upon hire. 

PA 

Graduate of an A.R.C. approved Physician Assistant Program. 
Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies and/or higher degree obtained from a program recognized by their practicing states Licensing Board. 

Certifications: 

NP 

• Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in applicable state(s). 

• Must be licensed as an RN in applicable state(s).

• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner by nationally accredited organization recognized by state Board of Nursing. 

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) required. 

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American Heart Association (AHA); or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) may be required based upon work setting. 

• Must have arrangements with at least one physician in accordance with requirements set forth by the State Board of Nursing in applicable states. 

• Must be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals.

PA

• Certification as a Physician Assistant through the NCCPA or successor organization recognized by their practicing states Licensing Board. 

• License to practice and prescribe issued by their practicing states Licensing Board.

• Current DEA License or DEA designee as required by NCQA.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) required. 

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American Heart Association (AHA); or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP); or Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) American Heart Association may be required based upon work setting. 

• If a candidate has held a license to prescribe within another jurisdiction and needs to obtain a master's degree in order to apply for prescribing privileges the candidate will be subject for review for eligibility for hiring within our system. 

• Must have a Physician Supervision Agreement and signed addendum to Physician Supervision Agreement. 

• Must be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals.

Languages:

• English, written and spoken.

Complexity of Work:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated competency and ability to perform advanced assessment, diagnosis, treatment plan development, and invasive procedures as per clinical privileges.
• Ability to interact effectively with all members of the institute, department, hospital and other caregivers at all levels.
• Ability to coach and mentor for developmental and performance outcomes and build a culture of continuous improvement. 
• Ability to think critically and make sound decisions in stressful situations.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of three years’ experience as an Advanced Practice Provider.
• One year of team lead or supervisory experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Normal vision and hearing range (can be corrected) to properly examine, evaluate and communicate with patients.
• Ability to use a computer, phone and other technology to document patient records.
• Physical ability to assist patients as appropriate.
• Ability to stand for long periods and walk throughout the hospital campus and buildings.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.

Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.

The salary range displayed in this job posting reflects the anticipated salary range for new physicians hired into full-time (100% FTE) positions. This range is generally aligned with or below the 50th percentile of nationally recognized compensation benchmarks by specialty. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined in accordance with fair market value, considering factors such as professional experience, clinical expertise, board certification, work history, and FTE. This stated range excludes the value of Cleveland Clinic’s comprehensive benefits package, which includes healthcare, dental, vision, retirement, and other offerings.