Instructor - Inpatient Lung Transplant Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Hospital is seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our inpatient lung transplant team. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to care for lung transplant patients both during their initial hospitalization and throughout their lifetime when they require readmission. As part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, the APP will work alongside transplant pulmonologists, surgeons, pharmacists, social workers, and dietitians to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care. This role requires care of medically complex patients, post-surgical patients, and critically ill patients. This position focuses on supporting patients through their recovery and ongoing care, making a meaningful impact on their health and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Comprehensive Patient Management: Provide direct inpatient care for lung transplant patients, including pre-transplant evaluation, perioperative management, and post-transplant care.
• Rounding & Collaboration: Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds, develop treatment plans, and implement evidence-based interventions.
• ICU Consults: Evaluate and manage transplant patients in the ICU in collaboration with the critical care teams.
• Clinical Decision-Making: Interpret diagnostic tests, adjust immunosuppressive therapies, and manage transplant-related complications under the guidance of transplant pulmonologists.
• Patient & Family Education: Counsel patients and their families on post-transplant expectations, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
• Documentation & Communication: Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (Epic), communicate effectively with consulting teams, and provide thorough handoffs.
• Process Improvement & Education: Participate in quality improvement initiatives, protocol development, and provide education to nursing staff and trainees.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

Our lung transplant team is committed to providing exceptional patient care through innovation and collaboration. We support patients from their initial hospitalization through lifelong follow-up, while also managing a range of complex medical cases. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, continuous learning, and advancing transplant medicine, we offer opportunities for growth and meaningful impact. Our focus on patient care, education, and research drives innovative discoveries and promotes quality care and safety for our patients.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• 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

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination 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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Master's and/or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• National board certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP, AGACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C)
• Active and unrestricted license to practice in Colorado (or eligibility to obtain)
• DEA license or eligibility to obtain
• BLS and ACLS certification
• Minimum of one year of experience in pulmonology, transplant, ICU, or hospital medicine.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in solid organ transplant, pulmonary medicine, hospital medicine, or critical care

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and teamwork skills

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 address

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

Questions should be directed to: Jody Robertson - jody.robertson@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 21, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$112,528 to $137,634

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

ADA Statement:

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.

Background Check Statement:

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.

Vaccination Statement:

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.