UVA Health · Advanced Practice Providers
APP Council
Representing APPs.
Shaping advanced practice.
The APP Council is a systemwide governance body advancing strategic initiatives and strengthening the voice of advanced practice providers through leadership, representation, and collaboration across UVA Health.
Shared Governance
Our Purpose
A forum for APPs to get involved, share their perspectives, and grow in their roles at UVA Health.
Voice, growth & belonging
- Advocate for professional growth.
- Create a safe space for APPs to share their thoughts and concerns.
- Provide education that supports clinical practice and professional development.
- Identify ways to support well-being and professional belonging.
Recognition, visibility & scholarship
- Celebrate and highlight APP achievements.
- Introduce creative ways to increase APP visibility.
- Encourage scholarly work through research and innovation.
Our Guiding Principles
The Principles of the APP Council
Accountability
Uphold the highest regard for their profession and their practice.
Professionalism
Practice with respect for the interdisciplinary team to provide patient-centered, collaborative care.
Leadership
Dedicated to quality improvement and professional development to help facilitate change in the healthcare environment.
Collegiality
Create a welcoming, respectful environment that strengthens the APP community.
Research
Promote collaborative research and education that is ethical, influential, and medically sound.
How the Council Works
Executive Board
Structure & Responsibilities
The APP Council brings together leadership and representation to identify priorities and guide action across UVA Health.
Who guides the work
President & Vice-President
Guide the work of the Advanced Practice Provider Council.
Executive Administrator of APPs
Provides oversight of the Council’s work.
Annual elections
The APP President, Vice-President, and Secretary are elected annually for one-year terms.
Set the agenda
The Executive Council establishes the monthly agenda and holds meetings aligned with UVA Shared Governance bylaws.
Inform & engage
Council meetings inform and engage the broader APP community across the health system.
Turn priorities into action
The Council identifies key APP priorities and develops actionable plans aligned with UVA Health, UVA Medical Center, University Physicians Group, and APP members across the health system.
Connect with the APP Research Council
Request a Research Consultation
Interested in pursuing research, evidence-based practice, or scholarly work? Submit a consultation request to connect with a member of the APP Research Council.
Submit a Consultation Request →Who is this for?
Any UVA Health advanced practice provider interested in research or scholarly activities.
What happens next?
A member of the APP Research Council will review your request and reach out to schedule a consultation.
Meet Your Representatives
APP Council Leadership
Meet the leaders who guide Council initiatives, represent the APP community, and support collaboration across UVA Health.
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Working Together
APP Committees
Our committees provide leadership and guidance within UVA Health’s Center for Advanced Practice, working together to improve systems, processes, and APP practice.
Many disciplines.
A shared commitment.
Our APP committees bring together clinicians from across these professions:
- Genetic Counselors
- Licensed Clinical Social Workers
- Audiologists
- Nurse Practitioners
- Clinical Nurse Specialists
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists
- Certified Nurse Midwives
- Physician Assistants/Associates
Where our committees focus
Their responsibilities span representation, clinical practice, and professional growth.
Representation & connection
Advocacy and representation, collaboration and communication, and policy development.
Practice & operations
Practice improvement, credentialing and certification, and staffing and scheduling.
Learning & development
Education and training, research and evidence-based practice, and professional development.
Celebrating Our APPs
Recognition Committee
Recognizing the contributions, value, and growth of our APP workforce.
APP Recognition Week
Gala, cocktail reception, and awards ceremony.
Connecting Our Community
Social Media Committee
Supporting outreach, partnerships, recruitment, and engagement with other organizations.
Meet Your Committee Leaders
Recognition & Social Media
These leaders coordinate recognition initiatives and communication efforts that celebrate our Advanced Practice Providers and share their accomplishments across UVA Health.
APP Council Committees
Supporting practice.
Strengthening representation.
Preparing APPs for Practice
Onboarding, Orientation & Education Committee
Focused on creating comprehensive onboarding resources and establishing clinical competencies across departments to support a smooth, consistent integration process for new APPs.
Areas of focus
- Onboarding resources
- Clinical competencies
- Consistent orientation across departments
Representing the APP Voice
Advocacy Committee
Dedicated to advancing the professional voice of APPs through local, state, and national advocacy. The committee collaborates with UVA’s lobbyist to monitor and influence healthcare legislation that impacts APP practice.
Areas of focus
- Local, state, and national advocacy
- Healthcare legislation affecting APPs
- Collaboration with UVA’s lobbyist
Meet Your Committee Leaders
Onboarding, Education & Advocacy
These leaders oversee onboarding, education, and advocacy efforts for our Advanced Practice Providers, supporting smooth transitions, professional growth, and representation across UVA Health.
APP Council Committees
Research & Mentorship
Supporting Scholarly Work
Research Committee
Supports quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and research initiatives through shared resources and mentorship for APPs pursuing scholarly work.
Areas of focus
- Quality improvement and evidence-based practice
- Shared research resources
- Mentorship for scholarly projects
Building Professional Connections
Mentorship Committee
Builds systems of professional support, strengthens peer connections, and encourages collaboration across APP disciplines.
Areas of focus
- Professional support networks
- Meaningful peer connections
- Collaboration across APP disciplines
Meet Your Committee Leaders
Research & Mentorship
These leaders support scholarly work, mentorship, and collaboration across the Advanced Practice community at UVA Health.
APP Council Committees
Wellness Committee
Focused on promoting the health, balance, and well-being of our Advanced Practice Providers. This committee supports initiatives that encourage resilience, connection, and holistic wellness across UVA Health.
Supporting APP well-being
Health & balance
Resilience & connection
Holistic wellness
Meet Your Committee Leader
Wellness Leadership
Leading initiatives that support balance, connection, and well-being among Advanced Practice Providers at UVA Health.
Connect with the APP Research Council
Request a Research Consultation
Interested in pursuing research, evidence-based practice, or scholarly work? Submit a consultation request to connect with a member of the APP Research Council.
Submit a Consultation Request →Who is this for?
Any UVA Health advanced practice provider interested in research or scholarly activities.
What happens next?
A member of the APP Research Council will review your request and reach out to schedule a consultation.