APP Manager/ NP- Palliative Care BWH
About The Position
The APP Manager for Palliative Care is a clinical and operational leader within the Division of Palliative Care and Geriatrics at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital. The role combines direct patient care with management oversight of a small team of nurses and Advanced Practice Providers, and collaboration with leadership across Mass General Brigham. The manager maintains a clinical practice as a Nurse Practitioner while supporting the development and delivery of palliative care services. The position provides palliative care to hospitalized patients and their families, including symptom management, advance care planning, and goals-of-care discussions. It oversees staffing, performance, professional development, quality, and operational needs for the APP and nursing team. The manager also collaborates on division strategy, clinical workflows, and care delivery models, and supports integration and growth of palliative care services. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, onsite at the BWH main campus, with a day shift.
Requirements
- Master's in Nursing (MSN), DNP, or PhD in Nursing required; experience cannot substitute for the degree.
- Completion of a master's or post-master's degree in an adult program accredited by CCNE or NLNAC.
- Completion of an approved formal education program preparing professional nurses to practice as nurse practitioners.
- Current Adult/Gerontology (AGNP) certification from an accredited APRN certifying body.
- DEA registration.
- Current Massachusetts APRN license to practice.
- At least 5 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider.
- Demonstrated progressive leadership experience.
- Experience in inpatient palliative care.
- Strong clinical knowledge as a Nurse Practitioner.
- Strong managerial presence and ability to provide feedback and guidance to staff.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Results orientation and strong attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing Certification (CHPN or ACHPN).
- Palliative care fellowship training.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct palliative care to hospitalized patients and their families, including comprehensive symptom management, advance care planning, and goals-of-care discussions.
- Serve as a clinical expert and resource for the nursing, APP, and interdisciplinary palliative care teams.
- Participate in clinical quality improvement initiatives and implement evidence-based practice.
- Oversee and manage the performance of a small team of nurses and APPs or other direct reports.
- Hire, onboard, orient, train, and schedule APP team members and other staff as applicable.
- Provide performance coaching, mentoring, and professional development support; complete performance appraisals and address disciplinary matters as needed.
- Foster a collaborative team culture that supports clinical excellence and professional growth.
- Partner with MGB and MGH leadership on strategic plans for the BWH and MGB Division of Palliative Care and Geriatrics.
- Contribute to operational structures, clinical workflows, care delivery models, division planning, and strategic initiatives.
- Support integration of palliative care services across BWH clinical programs and identify opportunities for program growth, innovation, and quality improvement.
- Ensure appropriate staffing coverage and clinical operations for the APP and nursing team.
- Monitor team productivity, quality metrics, and clinical outcomes.
- Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and hospital initiatives.
- Collaborate with nursing, social work, chaplaincy, physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members.
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, professional standards, and APP billing rules and methodology.
- Act as a liaison between the hospital, physician and nursing staff, and other APPs.
- Support quality assurance programs, continuing education, and teaching for APPs.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Career advancement opportunities
- Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable
- Recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
