Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (PA/NP) Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine -Assistant Professor Clinical Practice

University of Colorado • Aurora, CO

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Advance Practice Provider role provides focused care delivery to our Aerodigestive/Dysphasia population, primarily in an outpatient setting, but also in an inpatient setting. This position works independently and collaboratively, providing coordination of care for a highly medically complex population. This position works closely with pediatric pulmonologist, gastroenterologists, otolaryngologists, anesthesiologists, and numerous clinical and administrative team members. Meetings and care conference activities are an important and integral part of this position. This position supports building collaborative relationships, a climate of trust and elevating the delivery of care.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s or Doctoral degree in nursing or equivalent education as a physician’s assistant.
• Licensed, or license-eligible to practice professional advanced nursing in Colorado, for PAs, Physician Assistant Certificate.
• Registration with a State Board Agency of Nursing as an Advanced/Family Practice Nurse or Physician’s Assistant
• Five (5) years’ relevant experience as an advanced practice provider
• Must successfully pass a drug test through Children’s Hospital Colorado
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check

Nice To Haves

• Presently listed on the advance practice DORA registry in Colorado
• One to three years pediatric experience
• One to three years pediatric pulmonary experience
• Inpatient Experience a plus
• Acute Care Certification for PNPs preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
• Familiarity with electronic medical record and proficient in e-communication methods
• Prescriptive authority within the first year of hire

Responsibilities

• Outpatient care and planning
• Teaching/mentoring APP students, and other clinical care team members
• Collaboration with QI projects
• Continued academic proficiency in Aerodigestive, Dysphasia, and Pulmonary Medicine

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 11/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level