Instructor - Pain Services APP (APRN / AC)

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Department of Anesthesiology seeks an individual with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The Department of Anesthesiology, Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology at the University of Colorado has an opening for a full-time (1.0FTE) Certified Advanced Practice Provider to practice on the Pain Services Team at Children's Hospital Colorado. In collaboration with the interdisciplinary Pain Consultation Service at Children's Hospital Colorado, this position will provide comprehensive assessment and pain management for hospitalized children; outpatient assessment, diagnosis and treatment; telephone follow up and triage for patients at home; provide pain-related nursing education, and participate in pain-related research and evaluation.

Key Responsibilities:

* Promoting an environment of mutual respect among the interdisciplinary team, referring services, children, and families

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

* Obtaining a health history, performing a physical examination, and establishing a plan of care for pain related to the diagnosis.

* Ordering and adjusting medication and non-pharmacologic therapies.

* Ordering and evaluating diagnostic studies, including lab and x-ray Collaborating with Pain Service physicians

* In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, evaluating and managing a follow-up plan based on the patient's response

* Documenting in the medical record the chief complaint, history, physical findings, diagnosis, treatments, and progress

* Initiating requests for consultation to other healthcare providers

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

* Practicing in a fiscally responsible manner

* Collaborating in the development of pain-related procedure statements, protocols and patient/parent educational handouts

* Assisting with problem identification and data collection for research and/or quality improvement projects

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

* Serving as a preceptor for Advanced Practice Provider students

* Participating in professional affiliations and networks with professional colleagues

* Participating on department/division/hospital committees as needed/requested.

Additionally, this position may be cross trained to provide assessment and management of outpatient chronic pain patients and/or to provide assessment and management of patient in anesthesia pre-op clinic.

APP coverage is 7 days/week and includes holidays. Specifically, for hospitalized Acute Pain Service patients, the position will round on inpatients, advance the treatment plan, write necessary analgesia orders, and collaborate with the pain service attending physician and the primary service to achieve comfort goals.

Specifically, for outpatients of the clinic the position will independently see patients, including consults, follow-up visits, opioid refill/wean patients, new patients in multidisciplinary, pain rehabilitation clinic, medically complex clinic and other subspecialty clinics requiring an embedded pain management specialist. This position will also provide inpatient consults for patients with chronic pain and work collaboratively with other members of the pain service, medical and interprofessional team members. Additionally, this position will have the opportunity to credential for Intrathecal pump management and refills, trigger point and Botox injections.

Further, the individual will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in developing and implementing pain-related policies and procedures. Pain-related research and process improvement opportunities will also be available.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado School of Medicine and the Department of Anesthesiology is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative education, science, medicine, and healthcare. The Department of Anesthesiology has several clinical specialties and is a nationally recognized leader in anesthesiology and perioperative medical education. We are dedicated to developing leaders in anesthesiology and perioperative medicine who demonstrate clinical excellence, professionalism, and a commitment to life-long learning. Our faculty have a resolve to create an exciting academic environment that will build upon what is already recognized as one of the finest residency programs in the country, and by advancing education within our specialty, we continue to improve the lives of learners and patients in a complex and evolving world of medicine.

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: 11/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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

APRN

* Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Colorado

* Graduate preparation in nursing (e.g., MS, ND, DNP)

* Certified in Colorado or ability to be certified in Colorado as an advanced practice nurse for pediatric population (CNS, PNP, FNP)

* Prescriptive authority or currently eligible for prescriptive authority as an advanced practice nurse

OR

PA-C

* Certification as Physician's Assistant

* Experience managing pediatric patients

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience in pediatric pain assessment and management

* At least 2-years' experience as an advanced practice pediatric provider

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with requesting physicians, anesthesia care team, surgical and medical services, patients, and their families.

* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

* Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures of University of Colorado Hospital as they relate to patient care services

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 (only use if a cover letter is necessary)

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: David Feenstra at David.Feenstra@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by July 31, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$110,289 - $166,294

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 may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

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@cuanschutz.edu

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