Director of Advanced Practice - Behavioral Health

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University invites applications for the Director of Advanced Practice for Behavioral Health. The role oversees APPs across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings within DHIP and DUHS, driving practice integration, quality, and access.

Collaborating with executive leaders, the director advances APP practice through clinical improvement, workforce optimization, and strategic model deployment. A master’s degree in a health discipline is required with leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate-level nursing or PA education required.
• Minimum 3 years of advanced clinical practice leadership experience.
• Experience with APP governance, credentialing, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead APP practice across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.
• Develop and implement interprofessional practice models and onboarding programs.
• Oversee performance metrics, productivity, and workforce optimization.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Interprofessional collaboration

Strategic planning

Policy and compliance

Communication

Mentoring

Project management

Education

Nurse Practitioner MSN (or equivalent)

Physician Assistant Master’s

Job description

Duke University invites applications for the Director of Advanced Practice for Behavioral Health. The role oversees APPs across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings within DHIP and DUHS, driving practice integration, quality, and access.

Collaborating with executive leaders, the director advances APP practice through clinical improvement, workforce optimization, and strategic model deployment. A master’s degree in a health discipline is required with leadership experience.