STICU Advanced Practice Provider, Instructor (NP/PA)

Faculty

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department : Surgery- GI, Trauma and Endocrine Surgery

Job Title : STICU Advanced Practice Provider, Instructor (NP / PA)

Position #00007852 - Requisition #34707

Job Summary :

The Department of Surgery has an opening for a full-time Faculty position (unclassified) Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.

The Division of GI, Trauma and Endocrine Surgery in the Department of Surgery (GITES) at the University of Colorado, School of Medicine, has a full-time faculty position available at the rank of Instructor for an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA).

Under the direction of the full-time faculty or designee, this position provides inpatient medical care services at the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH).

The candidate will be expected to provide independent clinical services for our Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Unit (STICU).

This description is a summary only, describing the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

The duties of this position may change from time to time and / or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and / or hiring authority.

Key Responsibilities :

• Inpatient responsibilities such as rounding, writing orders, patient assessment, patient education, care coordination, disease management, and discharge activities in the Surgical and Trauma Intensive Care Unit
• Close collaboration with general surgeons, sub-specialty surgeons, emergency medicine physicians, consultants, intensivists, trainees, and hospital staff will be necessary.
• Professional interaction with consultant teams, referring physicians and staff, emergency medical personnel and primary care providers is essential.
• Provide care to patients primarily in the intensive care unit but may be responsible for assessing patients in inpatient wards, acute care areas, and in the post anesthesia care units.

Work Location : Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment.

We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care.

The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year.

Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants.

For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu .

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including :

• Medical : Multiple plan options
• Dental : Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance : Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan : Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off : Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days : 22 / year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days : 15 / year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days : 10 / year
• Tuition Benefit : Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass : Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage .

Diversity and Equity :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff.

The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans.

In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Masters degree in Acute Care Nursing and / or a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current Colorado license to practice as an Advanced Practice Nurse and / or Physician Assistant with prescriptive privileges.
• Meets and maintains specific requirements of the Nursing Credential Review Board (Nurse Practitioner) and the Medical Review Board (Physician Assistant).
• Completion of a post-graduate APP fellowship or minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in critical care or acute care setting.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Two years' experience in general surgery, trauma surgery, or critical care setting preferred.
• Experience in an academic medical center collaborating with trainees.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Excellent communication skills
• Collaborative approach to patient management
• Assessing patients, creating, documenting, presenting, and enacting a plan of care for critically-ill trauma and surgery patients with best practices and evidence to support decision making.

How to Apply :

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s) :

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu / cu-careers .

Questions should be directed to : Natalie Deschaine [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins :

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration please apply by September 12, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range :

The starting salary range ( or hiring range ) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE :

$99,819 to $140,566

The above salary range ( or hiring range ) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator : http : / / www.cu.edu / node / 153125

ADA Statement :

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process.

To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] .

Background Check Statement :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors.

To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement :

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively.

In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Application Materials Required : Cover Letter, Resume / CV, List of References

Job Category

Faculty

Primary Location

Aurora

Department : U0001 Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20318 - SOM-SRG-GI Clinical

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Aug 27, 2024

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name : Natalie Deschaine

Posting Contact Email : [email protected]

Position Number : 00007852