Director, APP Residency and Clinical Education

San Marcos, CA

Full Time

Provider

Experienced

At TrueCare, our mission is simple: put patients first. We believe that everyone deserves high-quality, compassionate healthcare—no matter their background or financial situation. You will play a vital role in ensuring that every patient receives the care they need, when and where they need it, while mentoring and supporting our team of float providers.
If you’re a dedicated provider with a passion for patient-centered care, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Clinical Rotation Program Director will lead and oversee the development, implementation, and management of a new graduate APP training program. This individual will play a key role in establishing and nurturing partnerships with academic centers, developing educational curriculum, and providing mentorship to APP students. The APP Clinical Rotation Program Director will ensure that the program provides high-quality, hands-on clinical experiences that align with current best practices and emerging healthcare needs.
This role is 60% Clinical 40% Administrative

Why TrueCare?
✅ Put Patients First – Join a team that prioritizes dignity, respect, and culturally sensitive care.
✅ Support Providers & Improve Care – Guide clinicians and staff to ensure seamless patient experiences.
✅ Flexible & Dynamic Role – Work across diverse communities, ensuring continuity of care where it’s needed most.
✅ Growth & Development – Advance your leadership skills with ongoing training and mentorship opportunities.
✅ Competitive Compensation & Benefits – $140K-$220K inclusive of salary, leadership bonus, and incentive bonus. Eligibility for NHSC Student Loan Repayment Plans $75K+.
✅ Comprehensive PTO and CME allowance – Support for Work-Life Balance.

Essential Administrative Functions:

Program Development & Management:
- Lead the creation and execution of the new graduate APP training program.
- Develop and implement clinical rotation schedules, ensuring students receive diverse and comprehensive clinical experiences across various specialties.
- Coordinate clinical placements and other rotations with healthcare institutions, clinics, and other relevant settings.
- Monitor and assess the effectiveness of the clinical rotations, making improvements as needed based on feedback and outcomes.
Partnerships with Academic Centers:
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with universities, nursing schools, and academic centers to enhance program quality and expand opportunities for other rotations and clinical training.
- Collaborate with academic faculty to ensure alignment between the clinical training and educational requirements of APP programs.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for academic partners, ensuring smooth communication and coordination of clinical placements.
Curriculum Development:
- Develop, update, and maintain an evidence-based educational curriculum for the APP clinical training program.
- Integrate current research, clinical best practices, and emerging healthcare trends into the curriculum.
- Ensure the curriculum supports the development of the competencies necessary for APP graduates to succeed in clinical practice.
Mentorship & Professional Development:
- Provide mentorship and guidance to APP students during their clinical rotations, ensuring they receive constructive feedback, support, and encouragement.
- Foster a collaborative learning environment that encourages professional growth, critical thinking, and confidence in clinical skills.
- Work with students to develop individualized learning plans and address any academic or clinical challenges.
Quality Assurance & Compliance:
- Ensure the clinical rotation program adheres to regulatory standards and accreditation requirements.
- Maintain comprehensive records and documentation related to student performance, feedback, and clinical rotation outcomes.
- Conduct regular evaluations of the program’s effectiveness, student progress, and mentor performance, making recommendations for continuous improvement.
Collaboration & Leadership:
- Work collaboratively with faculty, preceptors, and clinical staff to ensure the highest standard of education and clinical experience for students.
- Provide leadership and guidance to staff involved in clinical training, including preceptors and clinical educators.
- Contribute to departmental strategic planning, identifying opportunities for program expansion and improvement.
Program Evaluation & Feedback:
- Develop mechanisms for gathering feedback from students, academic partners, and clinical preceptors to assess program effectiveness.
- Use feedback and performance data to inform program adjustments and improvements.
- Track program outcomes, including APP student success rates, job placement rates, and satisfaction levels of both students and clinical partners.

What We’re Looking For

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing or Physician Assistant Program approved by the California Physician Assistant Board.
Possess a National certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA).
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a practicing NP or PA, with at least 2 years of clinical teaching or mentoring experience.
Proven experience in program development, curriculum design, and education.
Knowledge of accreditation standards and regulatory requirements for NP and PA education programs.
Experience in developing graduate-level NP and PA programs.
Previous experience in partnership development with academic institutions.
Certification in Nursing Education or related credentials.
Experience with program assessment and quality improvement initiatives.
Bilingual English & Spanish.

As a Provider at TrueCare, you won’t just oversee care—you’ll elevate it. If you’re ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and transform patient lives, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Apply Today & Lead the Future of Compassionate Care!

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