Department: Anesthesiology

Job Title: NP/PA/CNS Instructor; Acute Pain Services Night Position



Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Department of Anesthesiology invites applications for a full-time faculty position as Instructor (Nurse Practitioner, Physician's Assistant, or Clinical Nurse Specialist) for the UCH Acute Pain Service (APS). This position will work in collaboration with the UCH APS multidisciplinary team (Physician, Advanced Practice Provider, PharmD) to provide clinical care to inpatients referred to the APS. This care will include assessment and management of post-surgical pain involving epidural, nerve block, IV PCA, ketamine infusion, lidocaine infusion and consultations on acute and chronic pain. This position currently works 100% night shifts.

Duties of the APS Instructor include, but are not limited to:
• Provide comprehensive assessment and management of pain for hospitalized patient
• Provide pain-related nursing and resident physician education
• Assist with monthly anesthesia resident orientation and onboarding proce
• Participate in pain-related research and evaluation
• Promote an environment of mutual respect among the interdisciplinary team, referring services, patients, and familie
• Practice holistically, considering patients' physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual need
• In collaboration with the Acute Pain Service physicians, obtain a comprehensive health history, perform a physical examination, and establish a diagnosis and patient treatment plan
• In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, evaluate and manage a follow-up plan based on the patient's response
• Document in the medical record the health appraisal data, history, physical findings, diagnoses, treatments, and progress of patient
• In collaboration with the interdisciplinary Acute Pain Service, initiate requests for consultation to other healthcare provider
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to maintain good communication among families, primary care providers, and other referral service
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in developing and implementing pain-related policies and procedures, order sets, and clinical documentation template
• Participate in quality improvement projects, including initiation and assisting with problem identification and data collection
• Independently seek opportunities to expand own clinical knowledge and skills and achieve professional development goal
• Participate in professional affiliations and networks with professional colleague
• Participate in department/division/hospital committees as needed/requested

Work Location:

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

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from an accredited program and national board certification as a Nurse Practitioner or a Clinical Nurse Specialist.

OR
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with national board certification as a Physician Assistant.
• Currently hold, or ability to obtain, unrestricted NP, CNS, or PA licensure in the State of Colorado
• Ability to be fully credentialed within the University of Colorado Hospital as an Advanced Practice Provider in the area pain management
• Eligible to obtain or already hold prescriptive authority in the State of Colorado
• Willing and able to work night

Preferred Qualifications:
• Minimum of 2 years of acute pain management-related experience
• Minimum of 5 years of hospital inpatient acute care-related experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Strong communication and interpersonal skill
• Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team
• Excellent problem solving and conflict mediation skill

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.

Questions should be directed to: [email protected].

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by September 30, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$110,289 - $166,294

Additionally, a 25% pay differential is provided for night shifts worked.

Position may be eligible for a recruitment incentive.

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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