APP Leader Day
8:30a-9a:  Welcome Remarks, Kori Morgan DNP, FNP-C
Senior Director Advanced Practice Provider Relations

9a-9:45a:  Ice Breaker, Kori Morgan DNP, FNP-C
Senior Director Advanced Practice Provider Relations
Erin R. Colello, MHS, PA-C, SFHM
Supervisor, Advanced Practice Providers, Hospitalists
Alexandra Mastro, PA-C, MPAS
Supervisor, Neonatal Advanced Practice Providers, Central Pennsylvania Region

Learning Objectives:
1.    Explore Diverse Perspectives: Participants will engage in discussions about their varied first job experiences, gaining insights into the challenges, successes, and unique perspectives of fellow advanced practice providers (APPs) from different backgrounds and specialties.
2.    Foster Networking and Collaboration: Through sharing their first job experiences, participants will establish connections with peers, fostering a supportive network within the advanced practice provider community. This will encourage collaboration, idea exchange, and potential future partnerships.
3.    Develop Reflective Practice: By reflecting on their own first job experiences and listening to those of others, participants will enhance their ability to critically assess their professional growth, identify

9:45a- 10:45a  Title: Taking Charge of YOUR Professional Development
Presenter: Amy Haller, MBA, MPAS, PA-C
Director, UPMC Center for Advanced Practice Education
Learning Objectives: 
1.    Describe how to build your brand
2.    Define tools for continued professional development
3.    Examine ways to involve your team in professional development

10:45-11a: BREAK

11a-12:15p:  Title: Fostering a Healthy and Efficient Team Culture
Presenter: Martina Bison-Huckaby, MBA, PC, SHRM-SCP, sHRBP
Manager, Physician Learning and Development
Learning Objectives:
1.    Understand the importance of trust and psychological safety for team cohesion
2.    Strengthen team communication
3.    Foster engagement of team members

12:15p-12:45p: LUNCH

12:45p-1:15p:  Team Building, Kori Morgan DNP, FNP-C
Senior Director Advanced Practice Provider Relations
Erin R. Colello, MHS, PA-C, SFHM
    Supervisor, Advanced Practice Providers, Hospitalists
Alexandra Mastro, PA-C, MPAS
Supervisor, Neonatal Advanced Practice Providers, Central Pennsylvania Region

Learning Objectives:
1.    Enhance Collaboration and Communication: Participants will collaborate in teams to construct LEGO models, fostering open communication, active listening, and effective teamwork. Through this process, they will develop skills in articulating ideas, providing constructive feedback, and working towards a common goal.
2.    Stimulate Innovative Thinking: Engaging in LEGO building challenges will encourage participants to think creatively and outside the box. They will explore alternative problem-solving approaches, experiment with different design concepts, and embrace failure as a catalyst for innovation, ultimately enhancing their ability to tackle complex issues in healthcare leadership.
3.    Cultivate Adaptability and Resilience: As teams navigate the LEGO building tasks, they will encounter unexpected challenges and constraints. Participants will learn to adapt their strategies, pivot when necessary, and persevere through setbacks. This experience will cultivate resilience and flexibility, valuable attributes for navigating the dynamic and ever-changing landscape of healthcare leadership.

1:15p-2:15p:  Title: Performance Management
Presenter: Kimberly Etter, MBA, PHR, SHRM-CP
Senior Director, Human Resources

Learning Objectives:
1.    Learn about the various opportunities to manage performance outside of the annual evaluation
2.    Understand the value of recognizing and documenting the difference between performance levels
3.    Learn techniques to set clear expectations and provide valuable feedback.

2:15p-2:45p:  Title: Tik Tok: Time Management for APP Leaders-New Leader
Presenter: Lisa Henry DNP, CRNP, FACC
    Director, Heart and Vascular Services

Learning Objectives:
1.    The learner will understand the 4 Principles of Time in Taoism
2.    The learner will identify then adopt 3 practical strategies into their workflow to improve time management as a leader 
3.    The learner will incorporate 2 changes in clinical practice as an APP leader and clinician

2:45p-3:15p:  Title: Tik Tok: Time Management for APP Leaders- Experienced Leader
Presenter: Lisa Henry DNP, CRNP, FACC
    Director, Heart and Vascular Services

Learning Objectives:
1.    The learner will understand the 4 Principles of Time in Taoism
2.    The learner will identify then adopt 3 practical strategies into their workflow to improve time management as a leader 
3.    The learner will incorporate 2 changes in clinical practice as an APP leader and clinician

 
3:15p-4:15p:  Title: Leadership Panel Discussion
Presenters:
Troy Moritz, DO FACOS
Medical Staff President, Director of Thoracic Surgery, Director of Lung Cancer Screening
Amy Haller, MBA, MPAS, PA-C
Director, UPMC Center for Advanced Practice Education
Lisa Henry DNP, CRNP, FACC
Director, Heart and Vascular Services
Elizabeth Ritter, MHA
President, UPMC Harrisburg, UPMC West Shore

Learning Objectives:
1.    Gain Insights into Strategic Leadership: Participants will have the opportunity to learn from the diverse perspectives and experiences of executive leaders, including a medical staff President, Directors of Education and Service lines, and a hospital President. Through discussions on strategic decision-making, organizational vision, and effective leadership practices, attendees will gain valuable insights into the multifaceted nature of healthcare leadership.
2.    Explore Interprofessional Collaboration: The panel discussion will highlight the importance of collaboration between advanced practice providers (APPs) and executive leadership in achieving organizational goals and improving patient care outcomes. Participants will learn strategies for fostering effective interprofessional relationships, leveraging the expertise of different healthcare stakeholders, and enhancing teamwork across departments and disciplines.
3.    Identify Opportunities for Professional Growth and Advocacy: By engaging with executive leaders who hold influential roles within healthcare institutions, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing APPs in leadership positions. The discussion will empower attendees to advocate for their professional interests, seek out leadership development opportunities, and contribute to the advancement of APP roles within their organizations and the broader healthcare landscape.

4:15p-4:30p Closing Remarks
Kori Morgan DNP, FNP-C
Senior Director Advanced Practice Provider Relations