Instructor - Advanced Practice Provider

Job Summary:

100% Clinical Effort

You will be expected to maintain 1.0cFTE (clinical effort). Clinical Practitioners at 1.0 cFTE will be expected to provide coverage for 1,376 hours. All clinical hours obligations are negotiable with the Section Head at any time. This coverage will consist of Children's Hospital Colorado Emergency Department Denver Metro area. Coverage will include:

a) Pediatric emergency care
b) Jeopardy shifts (an internal physician coverage system for unanticipated
absence)

• Clinical Faculty in the Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) Network of Care (NOC) and Emergency Department provide medical care to acutely ill and injured infants, children, and adolescents; perform history and physical examinations; and define and execute appropriate workup that leads to diagnosis, treatment, and disposition.
• Clinical coverage includes days, evenings and weekend shifts based on CFTE. Clinical hours will also include major and minor holidays allocated proportionately.
• Expected attendance at section meetings:
• At least 75% of the monthly Section meetings
• Maintain Colorado State certifications based on requirements of a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant.
• Maintain skills in urgent/emergent care of children by completing the following:
  
  
  
  • Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification
  • Scheduled Acute Care Education sessions
  • Participation in 1 high fidelity code simulation per academic year
  • Other technical seminars as deemed mandatory by the section and/or practice site in conjunction with input from the Medical Director
  
  
  
  

Work Location: This role is expected to work onsite at Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

With an abundance of sunshine and mountains nearby, Colorado Springs is the place to be! U.S. News & World Report ranked Colorado Springs the 9th best place to live in the U.S. for 2023-2024. Living in Colorado Springs is a great experience because of the natural environment, strong economic growth, top-rated schools, and lots of recreational activities. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top 20 medical centers in the country while the Department of Pediatrics was ranked No. 8 in the nation for "Best Medical Schools - Pediatrics" in U.S. News & World Report's 2023 rankings.

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 Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Program
• Active Colorado NP or PA license or ability to apply
• Current DEA or ability to apply
• Current PALS Certification
• At least one year of experience as nurse practitioner or physician assistant in pediatrics or an acute care setting (i.e., Emergency Department, PICU, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience as nurse practitioner or physician assistant in pediatrics Emergency Department.

Condition of Employment:

• Must successfully pass a 10-panel drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado.
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal and sex-offender background check.

*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge:

• Advanced understanding of pediatric disease and injuries
• Understanding of a familiarity with resources to assist making clinical decisions and diagnosis.

Skills:

• Use of electronic medical record (EPIC)
• Teaching of medical learners
• Technical skills required may include the following based on your credentialing with CHCO:
  
  
  
  • Initial interpretation of plain radiographs
  • Laceration repair
  • Minor Incision and drainage
  • Nerve blocks
  • Foreign body removal
  • Reduction of minor digit fractures of joint dislocations
  • Acute respiratory care
  • ECG interpretation
  • Medical Screening Exams
  
  
  
  

Abilities:

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced, acute care environment for 8-10 hours at a time
• Ability to handle stressful situation with professional composure
• Promote teamwork amongst providers, nurses, techs, learners and other colleagues
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and skill in customer service delivery
• Well organized and efficient
• Skill in prioritizing patient and system needs
• Knowledge of quality improvement, family centered care, and evidenced-based practice
• Work a mix of days, evenings, weekends and possibly overnight shifts

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: Janette Prokop DNP, CPNP-AC janette.prokop@childrenscolorado.org.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by September 6, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$115,000 to $190,000.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, specialty, and training.

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

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.