Ambulatory Heart Vascular APP/NP Manager

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•$130,250 - $190,278•Onsite

About The Position

The APP Manager for Ambulatory Cardiology will serve as a clinical and operational leader within the Heart & Vascular Institute at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH). This role combines direct ambulatory patient care responsibilities with management oversight of a growing team of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs). The APP Manager will collaborate closely with cardiology, advanced practice, nursing, and administrative leadership to advance high-quality, coordinated outpatient cardiovascular care. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of ambulatory cardiovascular care delivery at one of the nation's premier academic medical centers, while maintaining meaningful clinical practice and leading a dedicated team of cardiology APPs.

Requirements

Master's in Nursing (MSN) (or) DNP (or) PhD Degree in Nursing required.
Completion of a Master’s or post-Master’s nurse practitioner program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
Satisfactory completion of an approved formal education program designed to prepare professional nurses to practice as nurse practitioners.
Current Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner certification by an accredited APRN certifying body required.
Current APRN license to practice in Massachusetts and DEA registration required.
Minimum 5+ years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider required.
Demonstrated progressive leadership experience required.
Substantial clinical experience in cardiology or cardiovascular medicine required.
Experience caring for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions in an ambulatory setting required.

Nice To Haves

Cardiovascular nursing or cardiology-related specialty certification preferred.
Experience with outpatient practice operations, patient access, care coordination, and transitions of care preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain an active ambulatory clinical practice providing evidence-based cardiovascular care to patients with acute and chronic cardiac conditions
Conduct comprehensive cardiovascular assessments; develop, implement, and evaluate diagnostic and treatment plans; and coordinate longitudinal follow-up
Support timely access, transitions of care, medication management, patient education, and coordination with specialty and primary care teams
Serve as a clinical expert and resource for the APP team and the interdisciplinary ambulatory cardiovascular care team
Participate in ambulatory cardiology quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice implementation
Directly oversee and manage the performance of a team of ambulatory cardiology APPs
Conduct hiring, onboarding, orientation, training, and scheduling for APP team members
Provide regular performance coaching, mentoring, and professional development support
Complete performance appraisals and address disciplinary matters as needed
Foster a positive, collaborative team culture that supports clinical excellence, patient access, and professional growth
Partner with Heart & Vascular Institute leadership to develop and implement strategic plans for ambulatory cardiology APP practice and care delivery
Contribute to operational structures, standardized clinical workflows, and team-based ambulatory cardiovascular care models
Participate in institute and division planning meetings and strategic initiatives
Support coordination across ambulatory cardiology practices and transitions between inpatient, procedural, and outpatient settings
Identify opportunities to improve patient access, panel management, continuity, quality, and program growth
Ensure appropriate staffing coverage and daily clinical operations for the ambulatory cardiology APP team
Monitor team productivity, patient access, scheduling, quality metrics, and clinical outcomes
Partner with practice leadership to optimize referral pathways, appointment availability, in-basket management, and continuity of care
Participate in Heart & Vascular Institute meetings, committees, and hospital initiatives
Collaborate with cardiologists, nursing, pharmacy, care coordination, administrative staff, and other interdisciplinary partners
Maintain compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, billing standards, and professional practice standards
Performs all essential functions of an advanced practice provider, providing direct patient care.
Directly oversees and is accountable for the performance of a team of APPs and/or other direct reports.
Hires, performance manages, and completes performance appraisals for a team of APPs and/or other direct reports.
Orients, trains, and schedules staff.
Assists with quality assurance programs as needed to help implement quality improvement efforts.
Ensures continuing education and teaching for APPs.
Acts as liaison between the hospital, physician and nursing staff, and other APPs.
Ensures APPs are following proper billing compliance rules and methodology.