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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief advanced practice officer in the United States is $151,203.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,500.00 and $185,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Chief Advanced Practice Officer?

A Chief Advanced Practice Officer (CAPO) is a senior healthcare executive responsible for overseeing advanced practice providers (APPs) such as nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and clinical nurse specialists within a healthcare organization. The CAPO ensures that APPs deliver high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered care while working in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare staff. They are involved in strategic planning, policy development, credentialing, and professional development for APPs. The CAPO also plays a key role in integrating advanced practice roles into the organization's overall clinical and operational strategies.

How does a Chief Advanced Practice Officer typically collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to optimize patient care?

A Chief Advanced Practice Officer (CAPO) works closely with both clinical and administrative teams by establishing best practices, facilitating communication among Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), and aligning APP initiatives with organizational goals. They often lead interdisciplinary meetings, develop protocols, and support professional development for nurse practitioners and physician assistants. This collaborative approach helps ensure consistent, high-quality patient care and efficient healthcare delivery across departments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Chief Advanced Practice Officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chief Advanced Practice Officer, you need advanced clinical expertise, leadership experience, and typically a graduate degree such as a DNP, along with licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Familiarity with healthcare management systems, regulatory compliance tools, and quality improvement frameworks is crucial. Strong interpersonal skills, strategic vision, and the ability to mentor and inspire multidisciplinary teams set exceptional leaders apart in this role. These skills and qualities are vital for driving clinical excellence, fostering collaboration, and advancing organizational goals in complex healthcare environments.

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Infographic showing various Chief Advanced Practice Officer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, and 6% Part Time. Highlights an 97% In-person, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,203 per year, or $72.7 per hour.

Advanced Practice Provider (O-5 Billet) Supervisory

Taylor, TX • On-site

US Department of Homeland Security
Public Administration • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

The Supervisory Advanced Practice Provider oversees Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners at the DHS IHSC facility, training, and schedules. Provides direct detainee care, performs evaluations, and prescribes medications. Requires licensure, certification, and 6+ years clinical experience. The Supervisory APP reports directly to the facility Clinical Director
This position is only open to current USPHS officers
USPHS Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates are not eligible for this positionQualifications:

COMPETENCIES:

  1. Superior oral/written communication skills.
  2. Analytical Skills and ability to navigate complex system.
  3. Strong interpersonal and active listening skills.
  4. Strong organizational and time management skills.
  5. Demonstrates strong problem solving, judgment and decision-making skills.
  6. Demonstrates Integrity/Honesty and Cultural Competency.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  1. Requires physical exertion such as lifting objects greater than 30 pounds.
  2. Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling.
  3. Must have the ability to assist sick, injured or aging detainees or staff exiting the building (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling or carrying someone who weighs significantly more than self).
  4. The work may necessitate some physical characteristics that will be required when responding to an emergency situation, such as running a short distance, prolonged standing and working in an austere environment.
Education:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  1. Physician Assistant - Requires unrestricted Physician Assistant state license, national board certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
    • Current Licensure as a Physician Assistant - Certified by a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or territory of the United States.
    • Graduate from a Physician Assistant Program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). Certified as a PA-C by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
  2. Nurse Practitioner - Requires unrestricted Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner state license, national board certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or the American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC).
    • Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner - Certified by a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or territory of the United States.
    • Certified advance practice nurse practitioner degree from a graduate school of training program approved for this qualifying degree.
    • Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act for the licensing state and/or the state in which one practices nursing.
  3. Requires more than six years of full-time clinical experience as a PA or NP or approval of the IHSC Chief Advanced Practice Provider.
  4. Team lead or supervisory experience of more than two years.
  5. Fulfills the obligation(s) of their licensing or certifying body to maintain currency.
  6. Maintains unrestricted license with state of licensure and the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to prescribe controlled medications.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  1. Experience in IHSC health system.
  2. Correctional Healthcare experience.
  3. Certification as Correctional Healthcare Professional (CCHP)
  4. Knowledge and/or experience with IHSC policies, NCCHC and PBNDS requirements.
  5. Knowledge of public health preparedness, infection control and TB management
  6. ACLS certification.
  7. ATLS Certification.
Employment Type: OTHER

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The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is a federal agency operating within the government services industry in Washington, DC, US. Established in 2003, the DHS is directly responsible for public security, roughly comparable to the interior or home ministries of other countries. Its main responsibilities include protecting the United States from and responding to terrorist attacks, man-made accidents, and natural disasters. Through its more than 20 component agencies including Coast Guard, Customs and Border Protection, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, it ensures the safety of the US through numerous programs and initiatives. The DHS upholds a core value system with the mission of safeguarding the American people, our homeland, and values. Notably, the DHS plays a critical role in the spectral range of activities to prepare, prevent, and respond to possible threats to the US.

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Public administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Washington, DC, US

Year founded

2003

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