Anesthesia Acute Pain Service Advanced Practice Provider (APP), Instructor - (NP/PA/CNS)

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Department of Anesthesiology invites applications for a full-time faculty position as Instructor (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Clinical Nurse Specialist) for the UCH Acute Pain Service (APS). This position will work in collaboration with the UCH APS multidisciplinary team (Physician, Advanced Practice Provider, PharmD) to provide clinical care to inpatients referred to the APS. This care will include assessment and management of post-surgical pain involving epidural, nerve block, IV PCA, ketamine infusion, lidocaine infusion and consultations on acute and chronic pain

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive assessment and management for hospitalized patients, ensuring care is holistic by considering patients' physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. This includes collaboration with the Acute Pain Service physicians, obtaining a comprehensive health history, performing a physical examination, and establishing a diagnosis and patient treatment plan
• Document in the medical record the health appraisal data, history, physical findings, diagnoses, treatments, and progress of patient
• In collaboration with the interdisciplinary Acute Pain Service Team, evaluate and manage a follow-up plan based on patient's response, initiate requests for consultation to other healthcare providers, maintain good communication among families, primary care providers, and other referral services, and develop and implement pain-related policies and procedures, order sets, and clinical documentation templates
• Provide pain-related nursing and resident physician education and assist with the monthly orientation and onboarding of anesthesia residents.
• Participate in pain-related research and evaluation as well as quality improvement projects, including initiation and assisting with problem identification and data collection
• Independently seeks opportunities to expand own clinical knowledge and skills and achieve professional development goals. Additionally, participate in professional affiliations and networks with professional colleagues
• Participate in department/division/hospital committees as needed/requested

There is opportunity for advancement to an APS Team Lead Advanced Practice Provider role for qualified individuals.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

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, ethnically minoritized individuals, 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.

• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from an accredited program and national board certification as a Nurse Practitioner or a Clinical Nurse Specialist.

OR

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with national board certification as a Physician Assistant.
• Currently hold, or ability to obtain, unrestricted NP, CNS, or PA licensure in the State of Colorado
• Ability to be fully credentialed within the University of Colorado Hospital as an Advanced Practice Provider in the area pain management
• Eligible to obtain or already hold prescriptive authority in the State of Colorado

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of acute pain management-related experience
• Two years of hospital inpatient acute care-related experience
• Experience as an advanced practice provider

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team
• Excellent problem solving and conflict mediation skills

How to Apply:

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

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. 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: David Feenstra david.feenstra@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

This is an open-ended posting used to recruit multiple candidates throughout the year. We will contact candidates when there is an opening.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

The salary range (or hiring range) has been established at $106,933 - $159,127 based on years of experience as NP/PA/CNS.

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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

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.