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Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Denver l 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 College of Nursing is seeking a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) / Clinical Instructor / Senior Clinical Instructor / Assistant Professor Clinical (Open Rank) in the Clinical Practice Faculty Series for a 0.90 FTE position with our CU College of Nursing Women’s Health Faculty Practice at Anschutz Medical Campus. This is an ambulatory position including well-woman, reproductive health, menopause, and gynecological care across the lifespan. This position is clinically based as a health care provider and includes a Clinical Instructor / Senior Clinical Instructor / Assistant Professor Clinical (Open Rank) appointment within the College of Nursing. The University of Colorado, College of Nursing is the home of the Nurse Practitioner with a robust clinical practice division including primary care, pediatrics, and midwifery.

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.

Faculty Practice Description:

The CU College of Nursing Women’s Health Clinic is an academic practice model that works collaboratively within the UCHealth and CU system. We offer patients a variety of services including individualized care through collaboration with our CU Nursing faculty practices, with referrals to provider groups within the system and community. The practice provides care to patients at the CU College of Nursing Women’s Health Faculty Practice at Anschutz Medical Campus. The WHNP is part of an academic clinical practice that has a long and successful history within the University of Colorado and UCHealth system. This position will join a team of WHNPs who practice across metro Denver. The WHNPs participate in practice expansion activities, practice promotion, and interdisciplinary committees within the UCHealth and CU system.

Supervision Received:

Work is performed independently under the direct supervision of the Director of Midwifery and Women’s Health.

Supervision Exercised:

Student supervision is required during clinical placements.

Examples of Work Performed:

·         Provide full-scope care to patients across the lifespan including procedures driven by individual experience.

·         Provide care in the outpatient clinic setting.

·         Attend monthly practice meetings and participate in a minimum of one practice and/or College of Nursing committees.

·         Educate health care team students (APNs, medical students, residents) and actively participate in student evaluations.

·         Participate in practice development, promotion, and community outreach.

·         Active participation in health plan contracts.

·         Remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current.

·         Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule:

·         Four clinics per week

·         Monthly practice meeting attendance

·         Protected administrative time

Why Join Us:

CU Nursing is an amazing place to be. We have the distinct advantage of being a part of a huge medical campus with three incredible hospitals – the VA, the nationally ranked University of Colorado Hospital, and the Children’s Hospital Colorado where our nursing students and faculty learn every day. From our beginning 125 years ago as part of the School of Medicine at CU Boulder to our current home at the Anschutz Medical Campus, the college has been a recognized leader in nursing education (ranked #10 in online MS graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report 2023). Our faculty, students and staff have been instrumental in shaping the profession of nursing and teaching the next generation of nurses while treating patients in our own nurse-led clinics. Be a part of an innovative, dynamic, diverse, and exciting workplace -- helping make great things happen.  Join us in our quest to boldly transform health together.

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%25 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: 11/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://nursing.cuanschutz.edu/about/careers/benefits

Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Minimum Qualifications

Instructor:

·         Master’s degree from an accredited school of nursing

·         Current NCC certification

·         Current RN, APN and RxN licensures in good standing (Any State)

o   Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA-Department of Regulatory Agencies. Must have Colorado licensures by date of hire.

Senior Instructor:

·         Master’s degree from an accredited school of nursing

·         Current NCC certification

·         Current RN, APN and RxN licensures in good standing (Any State)

o   Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA-Department of Regulatory Agencies. Must have Colorado licensures by date of hire.

·         Demonstrated leadership in area of practice.

·         Demonstrated experience collaborating with academic colleagues and students in practice activities.

Assistant Professor:

·         Doctoral degree from an accredited school of nursing

·         Current NCC certification

·         Current RN, APN and RxN licensures in good standing (Any State)

o   Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA-Department of Regulatory Agencies. Must have Colorado licensures prior to date of hire.

·         Demonstrated leadership in area of practice.

·         Demonstrated experience collaborating with academic colleagues and students in practice activities.

Conditions of Employment:

·         Must be willing and able to provide full scope contraceptive services and counseling on abortion services

·         Must be willing and able to obtain Colorado RN, APN, RxN licenses prior to date of hire

·         Must be willing and able to obtain current DEA license within 18 months of hire

·         Must be willing and able to obtain valid NPI number prior to date of hire

·         Must be willing and able to obtain valid Colorado Medicaid Provider number prior to date of hire

·         Must be willing and able to complete CAQH and all credentialing requirements prior to date of hire

·         Must be willing and able to obtain current BLS/CPR certification by date of hire

·         Must be willing and able to actively participation in health plan contracts

·         Must be willing and able to remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current

·         Must be willing and able to work in a normal patient care environment with some exposure to biological hazards and infectious diseases

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Current, active DEA licensure

·         Experience precepting advanced practice students

Competencies:

·         Exceptional independent judgment to monitor and respond to changes in a

·         client’s condition

·         Interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients and other members of the

·         health care team

·         Skilled in the use of electronic medical health record

·         Excellent knowledge of and ability to perform clinical teaching

·         Ability to effectively develop and promote practice

·         Strong collaborative nature

·         Willingness and ability to actively participate in health plan contracts

·         Ability to remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current

·         Ability to precept advanced practice students

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 the listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2.    Curriculum vitae / Resume

3.    Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: College of Nursing Human Resources at [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by October 2nd, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

·         $81,372- $91,544 at Instructor of Clinical Practice/WHNP at 0.90 FTE

·         $82,186 - $92,459 at Sr. Instructor of Clinical Practice/WHNP at 0.90 FTE

·         $83,000 - $93,375 at Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice/WHNP at 0.90 FTE

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 may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

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.

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.