University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Neurosurgery

Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider (APP)(PA/NP)/NeuroICU Instructor - Senior Instructor of Clinical Practice (Open Rank)

Position #00847894: - Requisition #:39925

Job Summary:

The Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU-SOM) has a full-time clinical faculty position available for an Advanced Practice Provider. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will be a clinical faculty member of the CU-SOM, entering at either the level of Instructor of Clinical Practice or Senior Instructor of Clinical Practice. This position encompasses inpatient medical care services for patients suffering from a wide range of neurosurgical disorders (including intra-cranial tumors, neuro-endocrine tumors, intracranial trauma, CSF dynamics disorders, CNS cancers, Peripheral nerve injuries/disorders). As a faculty member of the CU-SOM, opportunities for professional development may include precept of medical learners, education of nursing and medical staff, participation in quality and safety improvement projects, clinical research projects, and mentoring residents and junior Advanced Practice Providers.

The Neuro ICU is building an APP team with a goal of 24/7 coverage of ICU level patients. Responsibilities of the APP position include primary patient care of hospitalized neurosurgical and neurological patients in the Neuro ICU. The APP will work closely with other members of the Neurosurgery service including attendings, APPs, and residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Admitting patients to the hospital - either direct admit from an outside hospital or from the ED.
• Performing history and physical exam, patient assessment, ordering appropriate labs, diagnostic studies, radiology tests, and follow up and formulation of treatment plan.
• Performing necessary emergent and non-emergent procedures in the ICU with hospital privilege after demonstrated competency and according to standardized protocols where applicable. Procedures include placement of external ventricular drains, ICP monitors, subdural drains and evacuation port systems, lumbar drains, central lines, arterial lines, and chest tubes. Additional procedures include intubation, lumbar puncture, shunt tap and adjustment, bronchoscopy, paracentesis, and drain removal
• Performing efficiently in urgent/emergent situations following established protocols, remaining calm, clearly communicating, and documenting events
• Assisting with transfer orders, discharge to outside facilities and associated documentation
• Establishing and maintaining communication with other health care providers and departments to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness and to promote consistency and continuity of care (e.g. handoffs, sign out and transfer summaries).
• Demonstrating responsibility and accountability for own professional practice
• Function as a clinical leader and educator in collaboration with physicians, nurses and others on the healthcare team
• Demonstrating knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management, in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning
• Participating in research activities as requested
• Demonstrating a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and other members of the health care team
• Demonstrating proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track, and convey information
• Attending weekly specialty conferences as permissible with clinical schedule
• Attending conferences, board review courses, practical procedure boot camps and other professional development both in-state and out of state
• Participating in quality and safety improvement projects as requested

Work Location:

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

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor of clinical Practice or Senior Instructor of Clinical Practice based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Instructor of Clinical Practice:
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Master's degree in Advanced Practice Nursing (Acute Care NP) or a graduate of an accredited program in Physician Assistant Studie
• Current active license to practice in the state of Colorado as an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant. Prescriptive authority is required.
• Currently credentialed as an APN or PA by the appropriate national certifying body.

Senior Instructor of Clinical Practice:
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Master's degree in Advanced Practice Nursing (Acute Care NP) or a graduate of an accredited program in Physician Assistant Studie
• Current active license to practice in the state of Colorado as an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant. Prescriptive authority is required.
• Currently credentialed as an APN or PA by the appropriate national certifying body.

• Four to seven years or more of post training inpatient/outpatient experience (a year-long hospitalist fellowship also counts toward this requirement)

Preferred Qualifications:
• At least 2 years of experience in intensive care setting
• Proficiency in ICU bedside procedures (arterial lines, central venous catheters, chest tube placement, intubation, etc.) and strong desire to master ICU and Neurosurgical bedside procedure
• Experience in surgical subspecialty

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally
• Proven ability to care for high acuity, high complexity patients in fast-paced ICU setting
• Desire to learn and perform procedures appropriate in the Neuro-ICU setting
• Ability to work individually and as a team to support team-based medical care in an APP/Physician/Resident Physician model

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

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 addre

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.



Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by July 1, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Instructor of Clinical Practice: $112,400 - $130,800

Senior Instructor of Clinical Practice: $130,800 - $149,200

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.

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