FNP Program Director

Bartz-Altadonna Community Health Center; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health center in Lancaster is seeking a Director of HR to lead its Family Nurse Practitioner Residency Program. This role includes overseeing training, providing clinical support, and ensuring program compliance with healthcare standards. Ideal candidates will have a medical degree, relevant teaching experience, and a strong commitment to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted California license (or ability to obtain).
• Minimum 5 years post-residency experience in primary care.
• Experience in teaching or mentoring advanced practice providers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee training for newly graduated FNPs.
• Provide on-call clinical support for urgent questions.
• Conduct performance reviews and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teaching & Mentorship

Clinical Expertise

Regulatory Compliance

Education

MD or DO in Family Medicine

Job description

Director of HR at Bartz-Altadonna Community Health Center

Position Summary

The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Residency Program Director will oversee and guide newly graduated or early-career FNPs in their transition to full clinical practice within our organization, ensuring compliance with the standards and requirements of the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) / FNP Board, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), The Joint Commission (TJC), the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and all other applicable accrediting and regulatory agencies.

This role will be primarily on-site, combining structured didactic sessions with on-call clinical support. The Program Director will ensure FNP residents develop strong clinical judgment, professional confidence, and patient care skills through a combination of case consultation, evidence-based teaching, and structured feedback, in alignment with regulatory and programmatic requirements.

Employment Type

• Full-time position
• Estimated Time Commitment: 50% clinic hours and 50% director role
• Supervises: FNP Residents (indirectly, for clinical training purposes)

Key Responsibilities

• Didactic Education
  • Provide two hours of structured didactic training every Monday morning (or next business day if Monday is a holiday).
  • Provide two hours of structured didactic review every Friday (or day before the holiday if Friday is a holiday).
  • Prepare and deliver interactive, evidence-based topics aligned with the needs of new FNPs in a community health/FQHC setting, ensuring adherence to:
  • • California BRN / FNP Board regulations
    • CMS clinical quality requirements
    • The Joint Commission (TJC) standards
    • HRSA programmatic requirements for FQHCs
  • Incorporate case reviews, patient safety, and quality improvement discussions into didactic sessions.
• On-Call Clinical Support
  • Serve as the first point of contact for FNPs when they have urgent clinical questions or need guidance on patient care, providing timely consultation via text or voice call during agreed-upon hours (business days only).
  • Ensure clinical advice provided aligns with current evidence-based guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Clinical Practice Oversight
  • Collaborate with the CMO and Clinic Directors to ensure FNP residents meet clinical and program objectives in accordance with BRN/FNP Board, CMS, TJC, and HRSA requirements.
  • Monitor FNP panel development; ensure all new FNPs initially see all new patients until their panel is established, and they meet competency benchmarks as defined by the program.
  • Review and sign off on selected clinical cases when required by scope of practice or program protocol.
• Evaluation & Feedback
  • Conduct quarterly performance reviews for each FNP resident, including chart reviews to ensure documentation and billing compliance with CMS, HRSA, and TJC standards.
  • Provide structured feedback and develop remediation plans when needed.
• Program Development & Compliance
  • Maintain and update the FNP Residency curriculum to align with best practices, FNP Board guidance, CMS and TJC standards, and HRSA program requirements.
  • Participate in program evaluation and continuous quality improvement activities to ensure ongoing compliance.

Qualifications

• MD or DO in Family Medicine with an active, unrestricted California license (or ability to obtain).
• Minimum 5 years post-residency experience in primary care; FQHC/community health experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching, mentoring, or precepting advanced practice providers.
• Knowledge of FNP Board, CMS, TJC, and HRSA clinical and operational standards.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to guide learners remotely.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and culturally competent care.

Core Competencies

• Regulatory Compliance – Applies current FNP Board, CMS, TJC, and HRSA requirements to all training and clinical guidance.
• Clinical Expertise – Current in evidence-based primary care practices.
• Teaching & Mentorship – Ability to translate complex concepts into practical learning.
• Accessibility – Responsive and supportive during on-call hours.
• Professionalism – Models ethical, respectful, and collaborative practice.