Department: School of Medicine - Cardiology
Job Title: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant
Job Summary:
This is a unique opportunity to work in the Section of Advanced Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support, and Cardiac Transplantation in the Division of Cardiology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO. This is the only program in the state to offer advanced cardiac therapies, with over 60 heart transplants performed annually. We are seeking to add a nurse practitioner or physician assistant to our thriving program.
This position will include inpatient assessment and management of our adult and adolescent patients in conjunction with our board-certified Advanced Heart Failure and Transplantation cardiologists.
Key Responsibilities:
• Obtains detailed history and performs physical examinations on assigned patients; assesses and treats acute and chronic medical problems and provides direct patient care to patients with advanced heart failure, mechanical circulatory support, and/or cardiac transplantation.
• Coordinates the activities of patient care with advanced practice providers, residents, fellows, cardiologists, and support staff.
• Responsible for ensuring smooth transitions of care between the inpatient and outpatient setting.
• Coordinates daily inpatient care, including interactions with consulting services.
• Responsible for the timely discharge of patients from the hospital and completion of discharge summaries.
• Effective collaboration and communication with all members of the care team, including consulting services.
• Performs emergency lifesaving procedures in cases such as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, or similar emergencies.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature review, meetings and workshops.
• Participates in weekly Transplant Listing conferences, including presentation of patients and facilitation of advanced therapies evaluations.
• Participates in Section and Department faculty meetings.
• Helps develop written educational materials and treatment protocols for specific conditions and post-operative care.
• Assists in preparing and giving power point and poster presentations for educational purposes at institutional, local and national meetings, when appropriate.
• Participates in clinical research and may assist in preparation of manuscripts for publication.
Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
• State of Colorado Certified Physician's Assistant or Inclusion on the State of Colorado Advanced Practice Registry as an Advance Practice Nurse
• National Board Certification
• CPR/ACLS Certified
• Prescriptive authority
Preferred Qualifications:
• Inpatient cardiology and/or critical care experience. May be willing to train a new graduate with previous ICU/cardiac experience or exceptional qualifications.
• Experience with the advanced heart failure, mechanical circulatory support, and transplant patient population
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Self-directed
• Detail-oriented
• Collaborative and works well within a team
• Adaptable in a high intensity work environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skill
• Flexibility in adapting to the changing nature of the position
Conditions of Employment:
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.
Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.
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: Bobby Pinter, bobby.pinter@cuanschtuz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
This position may be seeking multiple candidates. Positions will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period. Upon candidate(s) selection, the posting will be closed, and no further applications will be accepted.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
$90,000 to $125,000
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
