ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Clinical Practice Leader Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Touro University

General Clinical Faculty

Albuquerque, NM

$18.25 - $23.50/hr

Overview Reporting directly to the Clinical Practice Leader (CPL) at the Touro College of Dental Medicine's clinic in Albuquerque New Mexico, with a dotted line to the Director of Clinical Education ...

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsHealthcare JobsHospital JobsClinical Practice Leader Jobs

Clinical Practice Leader information

See salary details

$36K

$81.2K

$156K

How much do clinical practice leader jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for clinical practice leader in the United States is $81,196.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $90,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical practice leader?

A Clinical Practice Leader is a healthcare professional who provides leadership, guidance, and support to clinical staff within a healthcare setting. They are responsible for promoting best practices, implementing evidence-based care, and ensuring high standards of patient care. Clinical Practice Leaders often mentor and educate staff, help develop policies, and facilitate quality improvement initiatives. Their role is vital in bridging the gap between frontline staff and management, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence in patient outcomes.

How does a clinical practice leader typically collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient care?

Clinical Practice Leaders play a pivotal role in facilitating collaboration among interdisciplinary teams, such as nurses, physicians, allied health professionals, and administrative staff. They often coordinate meetings, lead case reviews, and implement evidence-based practices to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. By fostering open communication and providing guidance on best practices, Clinical Practice Leaders help bridge gaps between departments and support a cohesive care approach. This collaborative environment not only enhances patient care but also promotes professional development within the team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical practice leader, and why are they important?

To excel as a Clinical Practice Leader, you need advanced clinical expertise, leadership experience, and typically a graduate degree in nursing or a health-related field. Familiarity with healthcare quality improvement tools, electronic health records, and relevant certifications such as Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) or equivalent are often required. Strong interpersonal skills, team management, and the ability to mentor and inspire staff set outstanding leaders apart. These competencies ensure effective clinical oversight, improved patient outcomes, and foster a collaborative and high-performing healthcare environment.

What is the difference between Clinical Practice Leader vs Clinical Operations Manager?

AspectClinical Practice LeaderClinical Operations Manager
CredentialsTypically requires healthcare-related certifications, advanced degrees in healthcare or clinical fieldsRequires healthcare management certifications, experience in clinical settings
Work EnvironmentLeads clinical teams, develops practice standards, focuses on clinical qualityOversees clinical operations, manages staff, ensures operational efficiency
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizationsHospitals, healthcare systems, clinics

The Clinical Practice Leader primarily focuses on clinical quality, standards, and team leadership within healthcare practices. In contrast, the Clinical Operations Manager concentrates on managing daily operations, staffing, and efficiency. Both roles require healthcare experience but differ in their core responsibilities and focus areas.

More about Clinical Practice Leader jobs

What states have the most Clinical Practice Leader jobs?

States with the most job openings for Clinical Practice Leader jobs include:

What job categories do people searching Clinical Practice Leader jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Clinical Practice Leader jobs are:

Clinical Practice Leader jobs near you
Infographic showing various Clinical Practice Leader job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,196 per year, or $39 per hour.

Clinical Practice Nurse Leader

Regional Medical Group

Warrenville, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Description

The Clinical Practice Nurse Leader reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Serves as a clinical resource to ambulatory practices.
  • Collaborates with team members, practice leadership, and system partners to reinforce organizational initiatives and standard work.
  • Assists in the planning, coordination and implementation of NHNMG onboarding programs, operational meetings and various educational initiatives led by the Clinical Practice team.
  • Conducts standard onboarding training, education, and skill validation for new clinical leaders and staff to ensure competency and compliance with organizational standards.
  • Develops and maintains onboarding materials and training schedules in collaboration with subject matter experts.
  • Facilitates ongoing training and education to align with evolving care standards and organizational goals.
  • Supports and promotes programs that provide opportunities for professional development and continuing education for clinical staff.
  • Collaborates with leadership and subject matter experts to identify training needs and implement development initiatives.
  • Utilizes evidence-based research when supporting and implementing clinical best practices, policies, and standard workflows to ensure compliance with organizational goals.
  • Participates in the integration of new ambulatory practices and reinforces practice standards through onsite/virtual support to the clinical workforce.
  • Seeks continual feedback and maintains visibility across practices to gain contextual insight into training and educational needs.
  • Responds promptly and professionally to inquiries in shared email inboxes, ensuring timely follow-up, appropriate routing, and inbox organization per team protocols.
  • Models, teaches and advances a culture of safety and shared improvement

Qualifications

Required:

  • Current license as a Registered Nurse - State of Illinois Professional Nurse
  • Master of Science in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing with Master's degree in a related discipline. Candidates enrolled in a Master's degree program will be considered.
  • A minimum of 5 years of clinical experience as an RN
  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association) certification
  • Strong verbal/written communication, presenting, multi-tasking, excellent organization, and critical thinking skills
  • Frequent travel to various NM locations based on organizational need

Preferred:

  • Certification in relevant professional organization
  • Prior ambulatory clinical experience
  • Prior utilization of Epic or working knowledge of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) within ambulatory setting
  • Prior training or relevant clinical leadership experience, including preparation of training materials and classroom facilitation
  • Proficient Microsoft Office skills (i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.  Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. 

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family. 

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Current license as a Registered Nurse - State of Illinois Professional Nurse
  • Master of Science in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing with Master's degree in a related discipline. Candidates enrolled in a Master's degree program will be considered.
  • A minimum of 5 years of clinical experience as an RN
  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association) certification
  • Strong verbal/written communication, presenting, multi-tasking, excellent organization, and critical thinking skills
  • Frequent travel to various NM locations based on organizational need

Preferred:

  • Certification in relevant professional organization
  • Prior ambulatory clinical experience
  • Prior utilization of Epic or working knowledge of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) within ambulatory setting
  • Prior training or relevant clinical leadership experience, including preparation of training materials and classroom facilitation
  • Proficient Microsoft Office skills (i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Education:Licensed Patient Care GiverEmployment Type: Full-time

Apply