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Director Advanced Practice Provider Jobs in Oklahoma

American Family Care

Advanced Practice Provider

Edmond, OK · On-site

$92K - $119K/yr

... Provider * Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advance Life Support (ACLS) certified preferred. * DOT Certification required Required Licensing * Texas State Advance Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) OR ...

Nautilus

Advanced Practice Provider

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$101K - $131K/yr

Provide utilization management support to optimize healthcare resources. * Maintain accurate and ... Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice. * Certification ...

Nautilus

Advanced Practice Provider

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$101K - $131K/yr

Provide utilization management support to optimize healthcare resources. * Maintain accurate and ... Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice. * Certification ...

Nautilus

Advanced Practice Provider

Stillwater, OK · On-site

$102K - $132K/yr

Provide utilization management support to optimize healthcare resources. * Maintain accurate and ... Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice. * Certification ...

Nautilus

Advanced Practice Provider

Broken Bow, OK · On-site

$99K - $128K/yr

Provide utilization management support to optimize healthcare resources. * Maintain accurate and ... Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice. * Certification ...

Nautilus

Advanced Practice Provider

Stillwater, OK · On-site

$88K - $113K/yr

Provide utilization management support to optimize healthcare resources. * Maintain accurate and ... Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice. * Certification ...

Nautilus

Advanced Practice Provider

Broken Bow, OK · On-site

$99K - $128K/yr

Provide utilization management support to optimize healthcare resources. * Maintain accurate and ... Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice. * Certification ...

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What is a director advanced practice provider?

A Director of Advanced Practice Providers (APP) is a senior healthcare leader who oversees nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other advanced practice clinicians within a healthcare organization. They are responsible for managing clinical operations, ensuring quality care, developing workforce strategies, and supporting the professional growth of advanced practice providers. The director often collaborates with physicians, administrators, and other stakeholders to improve patient outcomes and organizational efficiency. This role typically requires a strong clinical background, leadership experience, and a commitment to evidence-based practice.

How does a director advanced practice provider collaborate with other healthcare leaders to improve patient care?

A Director of Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works closely with other healthcare leaders, such as physicians, nursing directors, and administrative executives, to develop and implement strategies that enhance patient care quality and efficiency. This collaboration often involves participating in interdisciplinary meetings, aligning APP practices with organizational goals, and ensuring that APPs receive the necessary resources and support. Directors also play a key role in policy development, performance improvement initiatives, and mentoring APPs within their teams. Effective communication and partnership with various leaders are essential for fostering a cohesive, patient-centered healthcare environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director advanced practice provider, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Advanced Practice Provider, you need advanced clinical expertise, leadership experience, and a master's or doctoral degree in nursing or a related field, often with APRN licensure. Familiarity with healthcare management software, quality improvement tools, and accreditation standards is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal, conflict resolution, and strategic planning skills distinguish top candidates in this leadership role. These abilities ensure effective management of advanced practice teams, drive high-quality patient care, and support organizational goals.

What is the difference between Director Advanced Practice Provider vs Nurse Practitioner?

AspectDirector Advanced Practice ProviderNurse Practitioner
CredentialsMaster's or Doctoral degree in a healthcare field, certification as an Advanced Practice ProviderMaster's or Doctoral degree in nursing, national certification as a Nurse Practitioner
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles in healthcare organizations, overseeing clinical teamsDirect patient care, diagnosing, and managing treatment plans
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, healthcare systems in leadership or supervisory rolesClinics, hospitals, primary care, specialty practices

The main difference is that a Director Advanced Practice Provider holds a leadership position overseeing clinical teams, while a Nurse Practitioner primarily provides direct patient care. The Director role involves administrative responsibilities, strategic planning, and team management, whereas the Nurse Practitioner focuses on individual patient diagnosis and treatment.

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Infographic showing various Director Advanced Practice Provider job openings in Oklahoma as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution.

Advanced Practice Provider - Neurology

Bethany Children's Health Center

Bethany, OK

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • See outpatient follow-up neurology visits to create treatment plans and communicate with patients and families.

  • Coordinate with schools and take first-line call for neurology after-hours 10 days per month.

  • Complete seizure action plans, neurologically related school forms, and provide VNS training.

Job description

The purpose for the APP position is to support functions in the neurology program as a clinician, educator, team member, and advocate for our patient population. The APP will see outpatient follow up neurology visits in order to create treatment plans, communicate with patient/family members regarding their care, coordinate with schools (for seizure action plans, IEPs, medication forms and other medical forms), and take first line call for neurology after hours 10 days per month (Monday - Thursday).

Duty

Percent of Time

Outpatient Clinics - 8 half day clinics with a goal for the patient to alternate between APP and physician. Examples include the following:

  • Seizure follow-up visits
  • Headache follow-up visits
  • Developmental Delay follow-up visits
  • Tic Disorder follow-up
  • VNS programming

80%

On-Call Responsibility with patient care giver

10%

School and Patient Education:

  • Seizure action plan completion
  • Neurologically related school associated forms
  • VNS training

5%

Other duties as assigned.

5%

Education:

Minimum of Master's degree in Nursing sufficient to achieve Advanced Practice Registered Nurse / Nurse Practitioner (APRN or NP) designation

OR

Minimum of Master's degree from accredited PhysicianAssistant program to achieve (PA-C)designation

OR

Minimum of Master's degree in Nursingsufficient to achieve Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) designation

Experience:

Previous Pediatric experience required

License/Certification/Credential:

Nurse Practitioner / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Active Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber (APNP) license in State of Oklahoma AND Active Board Certification - Nurse Practitioner (NP) Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)

PhysicianAssistant:
Active PhysicianAssistant (PA-C) license in the State of Oklahoma AND Active PhysicianAssistant Board Certification.

Clinical Nurse Specialist:

Active Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the State of Oklahoma AND Active Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Board Certification.

Certification through national certifying Board; pediatric certification preferred

OBNDD - eligible

DEA - eligible

BLS required or ability to obtain upon hire

About Us

Our work begins where we are all equal - at the heart.

Bethany Children's Health Center (formerly The Children's Center Rehabilitation Hospital) located in Bethany, Oklahoma is an innovative leader in the field of pediatric rehabilitation and 24-hour complex care. The ACHC accredited hospital offers inpatient and outpatient services for children (ages 0-21) and is the only inpatient pediatric rehabilitation facility in Oklahoma. Our CARF accredited multidisciplinary team works with patients and their families to maximize the patient's physical and cognitive potential, and ensure the family has the training and resources needed for a smooth transition from hospital to home.

In order to maximize the potential of every child, we must maximize the potential of every employee. We are committed to providing staff with the physical, emotional, spiritual, financial and mental resources necessary to achieve their potential and meet our standards of excellence. BCHC offers competitive compensation, benefits, state-of-the-art equipment and wellness programs. Opportunities for professional growth include in-service training, leadership development, tuition reimbursement and scholarships.

**Due to the nature of our pediatric services, this organization's positions are classified as safety-sensitive roles. Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This statute allows Bethany Children's Health Center to refuse to hire an applicant or discharge an employee in a safety-sensitive position, who tests positive for marijuana even if the applicant or employee holds a valid Oklahoma medical marijuana license.

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