Executive Director, Advanced Practice Providers - Nursing Administration - FT, Days

Company: University of California - Irvine Health
Location: Orange
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Who We Are

UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, , a 459-bed, acute care hospital in in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America's Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County's only , and American College of Surgeons-verified , and . UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County.To learn more about UCI Health, visit
Your Role on the Team

Position Summary: The Executive Director, Advanced Practice Providers provides system-level administration, direction, coordination, and evaluation of the operational, financial, and human resource functions and activities for Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) across the enterprise. This role functions with a high degree of autonomy. This role is responsible for the vision, short- and long-term strategy, direction, and performance of various domains, including administration and leadership, workforce planning and management, scope of practice, regulatory oversight, clinical practice, professional performance, and development/training programs. Additionally, the Executive Director oversees and directs through subordinate managers, the administration, programs, and strategic initiatives of the organization relating to Advanced Practice, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and strategic goals.
What It Takes to be Successful

Required Qualifications:

• Ten+ years as an APP in a variety of clinical settings: inclusive of acute and ambulatory areas.
• Subject matter expert in APP regulations, scope of practice, and industry best practices
• Strong leadership skills to guide and influence collaborative teamwork and organizational change.
• Strong business acumen in corporate finance, strategic planning, and organizational development.
• State of California licensure as a NP, CRNA, or PA
• Relevant current board certification (ANCC, CPPPA, PNCB, NCC)
• Proven leadership and ability to impact change in a complex health care system
• Proven experience as a executive director or a minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience within a tertiary/quaternary academic medical system
• Proficient in healthcare information systems and data analysis
• Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies
• Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies and experience in driving operational and patient care outcomes.
• Experience leading and supporting organizational change management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and provide effective leadership with a positive focus that will enhance the nursing services of the Division, providing optimal patient-oriented health care in an efficient and cost-effective manner
• Critical thinking skills and ability to apply sound judgment to a variety of situations
• Ability to oversee project initiatives related to APP professional integration and improvement.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working in a UC and/or union environmentLicenses and Certifications:
    • NP, as applicable
    • Registered Nurse
    • PA, as applicable
    • CRNA, as applicableEducation:
      • DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICETotal CompensationWe offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our and . Conditions of Employment:The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
        • Background Check and Live Scan
        • Employment Misconduct*
        • Legal Right to Work in the United States
        • Vaccination Policies
        • Smoking and Tobacco Policy
        • Drug Free Environment*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
          • California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
          • E-Verify
          • Pre-Placement Health EvaluationDetails of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: Closing Statement:The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the . We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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            Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

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