The AdventHealth Office of Advanced Practice Providers is a centralized coordinating center that optimizes services related to advanced practice providers (APPs) within AdventHealth Medical Group. By integrating exceptional education, innovative research and continuous professional development, we offer comprehensive support to all employed APPs.
Our Vision
Our goal is to be a center for excellence and a national model for APP practice. We strive to foster a systemwide standard of care and practice, ensuring excellence throughout our organization.
We create and promote a culture that supports the growth and development of APPs as vital team members, in collaboration with the health care team, to provide high-quality, value-based health care to our patients and community.
Our Office’s Key Functions and Responsibilities
Our office is a central resource for supporting and elevating the role of advanced practitioners throughout AdventHealth. Our team ensures APPs are equipped to thrive in their roles and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. We’re here to support you in the following ways.
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Policy Development
We develop policies for the APP scope of practice and roles and refine best practices with medical and nursing leadership.
Professional Development
Our office provides leadership training and career development opportunities to support ongoing education, training and mentorship for APPs.
Quality Improvement
We oversee APP performance using KPIs and clinical outcomes, encouraging APP participation in quality improvement projects.
Collaboration
We facilitate communication and teamwork among health care professionals and serve as a liaison between advanced practice providers (APPs) and organizational leadership.
Compliance
Our team ensures APP practices meet local, state and federal regulations, while staying current with policy changes impacting APP roles.
Recruitment
Our office develops strategies to recruit and retain qualified APPs, creating job descriptions and supporting APPs in addressing workplace challenges.
Advocacy
We promote APP recognition and career advancement opportunities and represent APP perspectives in organizational meetings and discussions.
Education
We ensure APPs are enrolled in Transition to Practice programs and receive ongoing clinical education, while facilitating access to continuing education resources and opportunities.
AdventHealth Advanced Practice Provider Values
Compassion
We emphasize the importance of treating patients and team members with respect, valuing each individual and committing to fostering collaboration across all disciplines.
Discovery
Our office mentors APPs at all levels, ensuring their success contributes to safe, effective and evidence-based care.
Excellence
We lead in the development of advanced practice care through discussions on scope, policy and competency, while committing to support the advanced practice providers.
Integrity
We strive to build trust and fairness in every interaction with patients and multidisciplinary colleagues.
Our APP Fellowship Programs
Start strong with a program that supports your purpose. Our APP residencies and fellowships help you grow your skills so you can care for the whole person — body, mind and spirit — with confidence and compassion.
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Ivonne Johnson, DNP, APRN
Chief APP Officer
Heather Elkins, PA
Advanced Practice Education Director
Chelsea Cunningham
Program Manager
Mariann Pham
Education Provider Liaison
Frances Bailey
Education Program Manager
Melisa Wilson, DNP, APRN, BC
APP Director, HLV Division
Susan Mondo, APRN-BC
APP Director, Oncology Division
Andrea Messel, APRN
APP Director, Women’s Division
Kristy Beron, APRN
APP Director, Pediatrics Division
Lincoln Haynes, APRN
APP Director, Hospital-Based Division
Reagan Taylor, PA
APP Director, DHI Division
Benjamin Johnson-Markve, PhD
APP Director, Neuroscience and Behavioral Health Division
Deborah Tedesco, APRN
APP Director, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Division
Tony Gustitus, APRN
APP Director, Metabolic Health Institute Division
Your Next Career Move Starts Here
At AdventHealth, we offer a supportive environment where advanced practice providers can learn, grow and truly make an impact. Join a team that values your expertise and invests in your future. Browse our current openings and find the right fit for you.
Our Transition to Practice program is a comprehensive and formal initiative designed to support new hires in developing the knowledge, skills and behaviors essential for a successful transition into professional practice. This program ensures readiness within your licensure and scope of practice and prepares you for lifelong professional growth.
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Clinical Education and Professional Development
Simulation-Based Learning: Utilizes high-fidelity scenarios and standardized patients to enhance clinical decision-making, procedural skills, and interprofessional collaboration in a safe, controlled environment.
Structured Didactic Curriculum: Provides evidence-based lectures, case studies, and interactive modules focused on advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and specialty-specific competencies to support clinical excellence.
Professional Development Pathways: Encourages lifelong learning through mentorship, leadership training, certification preparation, and opportunities for scholarly activities and quality improvement initiatives.
Customized Program Length
This program is designed to meet individual and specialty-specific needs, ensuring a smooth transition into your role.
Core program: Typically completed within 12 weeks
Fellowship program: One year in length, on average
On-the-Job Training
Our program includes:
One-on-one preceptor mentorship
Real-time feedback and support
Skill development over time
Specialty and Subspecialty Rotations
Each rotation is designed to:
Deepen clinical and systems knowledge
Enhance understanding of system integrity
Broaden your perspective within your specialty
We’re Here to Guide Your Next Step
Join us and gain the confidence, skills and insight needed to excel in your professional journey while advancing your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.
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