University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Community Practice

Job Title: Registered Nurse, Neurosurgery - Highlands Ranch

Position #: - Requisition #: 40235

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality support to physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs) in meeting the operational needs of the practice and the medical needs of the patient. The RN assesses and evaluates patient conditions, and then plans, implements, provides, and documents patient care in a manner that follows professional nursing standards and outlined practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms and readies them for physicians.
• Performs telephone triage, patient education, handling of physician phone calls, and pharmacy calls.
• Takes vital signs, records medical history/symptoms, and ensures medical chart/lab test results are available and complete.
• Administers immunizations and minor treatments as prescribed.
• Respond to patient questions and concerns as a liaison between physician and patient.
• Reports all test results to the patient as directed by the physician.

Work Location:

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

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Entry Level:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Intermediate Level:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC).
• Two (2) years of nursing experience.

Senior Level:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC).
• Four (4) years of nursing experience.

Substitution (All Levels):

• A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

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.

Conditions of Employment (All Levels):

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross healthcare provider level CPR certification.
• Registered Nurse (RN), State of Colorado.
• Maintains all required licensure and certifications for the position.
• Maintains all required continuing education requirements.
• Must be able to work in person.
• Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications (All Levels):

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• One to two (1-2) or more years of job-related/clinic experience.
• Bilingual, Spanish-speaking.
• Nursing certification (ANCC) in specialty area.
• Epic, Kronos, and HealthStream experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (All Levels):

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels, to include physicians, leadership, and staff within the various affiliate organizations (UCH, Children's Colorado, CU Medicine, CU SOM).
• Ability to work within large, complex healthcare systems.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to compile complex reports and develop presentations.
• Ability to compose letters and memorandums.
• Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations.
• Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner.

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: Fernando Saldana, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled. Best consideration will be given to those who apply by July 12, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

• Entry Level: $69,160 to $80,226
• Intermediate Level: $74,347 to $86,243
• Senior Level: $79,534 to $93,850

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 eligible for overtime compensation.

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