Instructor

Job Summary:

Neonatal Nurse Practitioners and NICU Physician Assistants (must have NICU exp or completed a NICU PA Residency) positions at the rank of Instructor are being sought for the Department of Pediatrics, Section of Neonatology. These positions will function in fully clinical roles in support of the patient care activities of the Section of Neonatology, Community Practice group. Candidates are sought with a demonstrated track record of delivering the highest standards of patient and family care in community-based neonatology intensive care unit (NICU) settings.

Key Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Participates in the attending - direct patient care - responsibilities of the Community Practice Group including in-house coverage, call coverage, and telehealth consultation.
• Support the delivery of care-team based care coordination of community-based NICUs in collaboration with group Neonatology Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to implement effective treatment plans for newborns.
• Support the on-boarding and orientation of newly hired practice group members.
• Participates in the formulation of rules, regulations and standards of care relating to professional activities within community-based newborn units. This responsibility includes the establishment of the appropriate mechanisms to ensure that these rules, regulations and standards are adhered to.
• Responsible, along with other members of the neonatal staff, of assuring the quality, safety, and appropriateness of patient care services provided within the different clinical services and settings.
• Engage in continuous education and training to remain current with advancements in neonatal medicine.
• Foster relationships with families, providing them with information and support throughout their infant's care journey.

Work Location:

This role is expected to work onsite at one or more Community Practice Group locations including the following:

AdventHealth - Avista (Louisville), Level III

AdventHealth - Littleton, Level III

AdventHealth - Parker, Level III

AdventHealth - Castle Rock, Level II

These facilities deliver approximately 4,000 babies per year. You will work alongside a dedicated team of Neonatologists coupled with being a part of a larger care team within the state of Colorado where quality improvement and evidence-based practice are at the forefront.

Why Join Us:

With an abundance of sunshine and mountains nearby, the Colorado Front Range is the place to be! The Section of Neonatology, Community Practice Group provides high quality, complex patient care in support of community-based neonatology intensive care units. Community Practice Group faculty facilitate the coordination of care across a network system designed to leverage practice expertise in quality, patient safety, and outcomes and drive innovation in the delivery of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine to improve lives across a spectrum of ages and disease states.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)

• Master's Degree (NNP)
• Board Certification as an NNP

NICU Physician Assistant (PA)

• Completion of a graduate program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
• Pass the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE) administered by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

NNP or PA

• Three years' combined experience as RN, NNP or PA in a neonatal setting.
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of high-quality patient care in the Level II and Level III NICU setting.
• Licensed (RN, APRN, PA) to practice in the state of Colorado
• Current DEA license at time of hire.

Condition of Employment:

• Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong Level III NICU experience and skill set with preferred minimum 3 years' experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and neonatal monitoring technologies.
• Knowledge of evidence-based clinical care practices and skills in implementing them into practice to improve outcomes.
• Maintains competency in skills/procedures.
• Highly organized and ability to manage multiple patients on a care team.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary, health care setting.
• Knowledge of normal and abnormal variations for all body systems and ability to incorporate assessment findings into direct patient management.
• Skills in assessing family communication, adaptation, and coping skills to provide the best support for the family, including recognizing when the need for crisis or other interventions may be necessary. Ability to communicate with a child's family regarding changing healthcare needs.
• Skills in performing routine diagnostic and therapeutic techniques according to established protocol and current neonatal critical care standards.
• Knowledge of current NRP and AHA standards to skillfully initiate and perform measures necessary to resuscitate and stabilize a compromised neonatal/pediatric patient.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal 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: diane.hitchcock@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

This is an open-ended posting used to recruit multiple candidates and will remain open until all positions are filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$120,000 - $170,000 annually. In addition, the position may be eligible for clinical productivity driven incentive compensation.

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.