Anesthesia Acute Pain Service Advanced Practice Provider (APP), Instructor (NP / PA / CNS)

Anesthesia Acute Pain Service Advanced Practice Provider (APP), Instructor (NP / PA / CNS)

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Department : Anesthesiology

Job Title : Anesthesia Acute Pain Service Advanced Practice Provider (APP), Instructor - (NP / PA / CNS) Acute Pain Service

Position # : 00841013 - Requisition # : 38154

Job Summary :

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide comprehensive assessment and management of pain for hospitalized patients

Work Location : Onsite

Why Join Us :

Why work for the University?

Medical : Multiple plan options

Dental : Multiple plan options

Additional Insurance : Disability, Life, Vision

Retirement 401(a) Plan : Employer contributes 10% 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 : 10 / year

Tuition Benefit : Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

ECO Pass : Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

How to Apply :

Screening of Applications Begins :

November 15, 2025

Anticipated Pay Range :

$108,659 $164,696

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Vaccination Statement :

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Anesthesia Acute Pain Service Advanced Practice Provider (APP), Instructor - (NP / PA / CNS) - 38154 Faculty

The University of Colorado Department of Anesthesiology invites applications for a full-time (0.8 - 1.0FTE) faculty position as Instructor (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Certified 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.

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

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to maintain good communication among families, primary care providers, and other referral services

Practice holistically, considering patients' physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual needs

Promote an environment of mutual respect among the interdisciplinary team, referring services, patients, and families

Provide pain-related nursing and resident physician education

Assist with monthly anesthesia resident orientation and onboarding process

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in developing and implementing pain-related policies and procedures, order sets, and clinical documentation templates

Participate in quality improvement projects, including initiation and assisting with problem identification and data collection

Participate in pain-related research and evaluation

Independently seek opportunities to expand own clinical knowledge and skills and achieve professional development goals

Participate in professional affiliations and networks with professional colleagues

Participate in department / division / hospital committees as needed / requested This is a daytime position that will require Saturdays coverage .

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a comprehensive urban research university serving more than 28,000 students in metropolitan Denver and online. We award nearly 4,000 degrees each year, including more graduate and professional degrees than any other Colorado public institution. With our solid academic reputation, award-winning faculty and renowned researchers, we offer 119 highly rated degree programs through 13 schools and colleges. The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is well known for its distinctive and highly productive research programs, its world-class health facilities at the Anschutz Medical Campus and its well-established partnerships in business, industry and government. These campuses currently have over $757million in research awards each year. In addition to the wide array of health-related programs and facilities offered at our Anschutz Medical Campus, a significant number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are taught at our comprehensive campus in the heart of downtown Denver. Denver is one of America's most vibrant urban centers and the downtown campus, located just steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts and the LoDo District, affords our students, faculty and staff access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural outlets. We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including : There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage () .

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Currently hold, or ability to obtain, unrestricted NP 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 Preferred Qualifications :

Two years of acute pain management-related experience

Two years of hospital inpatient acute care-related experience

Experience as an advanced practice provider Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team

Excellent problem solving and conflict mediation skills

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 position2. Curriculum vitae / Resume3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu / cu-careers () . Questions should be directed to : David Feenstra; David.Feenstra@cuanschutz.edu (@cuanschutz.edu)

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

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as to The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and / or training. 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 : ()

The University of Colorado (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.

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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu (@ucdenver.edu) .

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.

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 () . Application Materials Required : Cover Letter, Resume / CV, List of References : Faculty : Aurora Department : U0001 Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21915 - SOM-AN Adult GeneralOperations : Full-time : Oct 30, 2025 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name : David Feenstra Posting Contact Email : David.Feenstra@cuanschutz.edu (@cuanschutz.edu) Position Number : 00841013jeid-3e20d75e0c42ce4bb8e11eb4f993e00e

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.