Lead APP NP/PA - Pre Anesthesia - Palo Alto - Full Time

Location: Palo Alto, 900 Blake Wilbur Dr, California Overview Provides supervision and management of advanced practice providers (APPs) in a distinct clinical service line. Provides clinical direction and education, works closely with operational and physician leaders, and has oversight of hiring, termination, and professional growth and development of their APPs. Also functions under the general Nurse Practitioner (NP), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), or the Physician Assistant (PA) Job Description approved by the Interdisciplinary Practice Committee (IDPC). Locations Stanford Health Care What You Will Do The essential functions of a Lead Advanced Practice Professional fall in three categories: Clinical Oversight and Leadership; Administration; and Internal/External Legal/Regulatory Issues. The Lead APP must supervise a minimum of 10 APPs. Clinical Oversight and Leadership: Co‑direct the clinical, operational, and administrative initiatives of the service line with the Medical Director and unit nursing management team. Conduct regularly scheduled meetings with the staff APPs. Ensure clinical competency and adherence to policy through practice analysis and case review of APPs with physicians. Investigate and respond to patient/family complaints about care. Orient new staff APPs and provide ongoing education. Represent the service line on hospital‑wide and professional evaluation committees. Ensure operational mandates and initiatives are completed (e.g., C‑I‑CARE rounds). Administration: Review and participate in financial planning and issues for the service. Participate in hiring, evaluation, coaching, mentoring, and discipline of staff APPs. Investigate and resolve operational issues; coordinate quality improvement and process improvement programs. Provide 24‑hour administrative on‑call coverage for the service line. Coordinate the scheduling of the APPs. Perform other duties as assigned. Internal and External Legal/Regulatory Issues: Ensure compliance and participate in Medical Staff Services initiatives, policies, and procedures. Advocate for practice models that allow clinicians to practice to the fullest extent of their scope of practice. Participate in regional and national discussions that affect APP practice. Work with hospital operations regarding funding, billing, and reimbursement models. Participate in legislative and health policy issues affecting advanced practice. Education Qualifications Master's Degree Advanced Practice Nurse: Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Nursing or other health‑care related field from an accredited university. For Physician Assistant: Bachelor’s degree in Science, Physician Assistant Studies, or health‑care related field from an accredited university. Experience Qualifications Minimum of 1 year of experience as a licensed advanced practice provider (Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist). Management experience preferred. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of management principles, budgeting, practice evaluation, regulatory initiatives, standards of care, and APP roles. Strong clinical competence and thorough knowledge in specialty area. Understanding of trauma service operations and ability to ensure quality, cost‑effective care. Excellent oral and written communication and ability to establish effective relationships with diverse stakeholders. Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines independently. Ability to promote evidence‑based practice, conduct research utilization, and implement innovations in patient care. Ability to use educational strategies to develop staff and provide quality care. Ability to work full‑time. Licenses and Certifications PA – Physician Assistant State Licensure RN – Registered Nurse State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure NP – Nurse Practitioner CNS – Clinical Nurse Specialist Commitment to Exceptional Patient & Family Experience Know Me: Anticipate needs and status to deliver effective care. Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt actions to achieve better outcomes. Coordinate for Me: Own care complexity through coordination. Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices. SHC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements. Base Pay Scale Generally starting at $100.03 – $132.51 per hour. Salary will be set based on internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stanford Health Care