Instructor/Fellow

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Pediatrics, Section of Critical Care

Job Title: Instructor/ Fellow

Position #:00853884 – Requisition #:41411

Job Summary:

The Pediatric Advanced Practice Fellowship is a 12-month
post-graduate program dedicated to enhancing the development of
early-career Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
or for those new to pediatric hospital-based medicine. Recognizing
that PNPs and PAs are increasingly utilized in inpatient care
models, our program's mission is providing the knowledge, skills
and attitudes necessary for a provider to succeed in the
challenging world of pediatric inpatient medicine. Fellows will
rotate through various sections within Children's Hospital Colorado
and will provide patient care under the direction of a supervising
physician faculty member.

Key Responsibilities:

· Rotates through general ward pediatrics, pediatric intensive care
unit, pulmonary, oncology, cardiology and electives.

· Practices as a fully credentialed provider caring for pediatric
patients under the supervision of an attending physician.

· Gathers pertinent information systematically and skillfully from
all sources: history, diagnostic tests, and comprehensive physical
examinations, behavioral and developmental assessments.

· Communicates verbally all pertinent patient information to the on
call attending physician, nursing staff, and other relevant
healthcare providers.

· Rounds daily on patients based upon a rotating schedule and
collaborates with the attending physician, other attending
physicians from consulting services, and with the healthcare team
to assess, diagnose, plan, set priorities and realistic outcomes,
and evaluate the effectiveness and cost efficiency of patient
care

· Formulates management plans in conjunction

· with the attending physician and evaluates patient physiologic
and behavioral responses to these management plans.

· Documents daily all relevant data including but not limited to
results of diagnostic tests, laboratory results, patients'
condition, response to therapies/interventions, and follow-up
interventions.

· Communicates with the family regarding the changing health care
needs of their child.

· Accurately and appropriately performs routine diagnostic and
therapeutic techniques according to established protocol and
current pediatric critical care standards.

· Initiates and performs measures necessary to resuscitate and
stabilize a compromised pediatric patient according to current
critical care and AHA standards.

· Keeps knowledge base current by reading professional literature,
attending educational programs, and reviewing changes in health
legislation and relevant professional research.

· Participates in interdisciplinary quality improvement and/or
research activities.

· Participates in documenting outcome measures.

· Identifies potential areas for research.

· Completes didactic work including attending lectures, completing
online modules, outlined fellowship curriculum, simulations and
case-studies.

· Undergoes evaluation for successful completion of the fellowship
program to include direct observation, written evaluation, and
capstone project.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public
education, clinical, and research facility serving 4,500 students
and is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of
life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers
more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and
colleges and receives over $762 million in research awards each
year. We are the single largest health professions education
provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually.
Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers, and a
reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus
drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the
delivery of unparalleled patient care.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire.

Physician Assistant:

• Graduation from an APAP approved Physician Assistant Training

Program.

• Certification from the National Commission

on Certification of Physician Assistants.

• Colorado license will be required prior to start date.
• ACLS and PALS certification will be required prior to start

date.

Or

Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner:

• Graduate of an accredited BSN program.
• APN licensure and a Masters from an accredited Nurse

Practitioner program.

• ACLS and PALS certification will be required prior to start

date.

• Pediatric Nursing Certification Board certificate or other

comparable certification required.

• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification required.
• Ability to obtain Prescriptive Authority in the State of

Colorado. Will need to qualify for and obtain prescriptive
authority within one year of beginning position.

Condition of Employment:

· Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital
Colorado

· Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background
check

*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing
requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at
720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to
Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during
employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it
will be listed in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Previous experience in a pediatric clinical setting

· Previous experience working in a multidisciplinary team

· Previous experience working in a hospital setting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Ability to communicate effectively;

· Ability to handle stressful situations with professional
composure;

· Skill in prioritizing patient and system needs
appropriately;

· Knowledge and skill in customer service delivery;

· Ability to work well both independently and aspart of a
team;

· Well organized and efficient in their work;

· Knowledge of quality improvement, family-centered care, and
evidence based practice.

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: appfellowship@childrenscolorado.org

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 for this position has been established as:
$80,470

The above salary represents the University's good faith and
reasonable estimate of the salary 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

Equal Opportunity Statement:

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.

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
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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 .