Instructor - Advanced Practice Provider - Wound/Ostomy Care

Job Summary:

The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in the Department of Surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine has a part time (0.5 FTE) or full-time faculty position (1.0 FTE) available at the rank of Instructor for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). Under the direction of the full-time faculty, this position provides inpatient and outpatient medical care services at the University of Colorado Hospital and its affiliates. The candidate will be expected to provide independent clinical services in a team-based environment for wound and ostomy care patients. These duties will include mainly outpatient assessments, patient education, care coordination and disease management. Close collaboration with physicians, residents, and hospital and clinic staff will be necessary. Eligibility for prescriptive authority is required.

Key Responsibilities:

* Evaluate and manage patient for prevention and management of wounds. This includes obtaining a thorough history, performing an appropriate physical examination, and ordering appropriate testing.

* Wound care procedures such as wound debridement, dressing application, or application of skin substitutes

* Triage, manage, and coordinate care of patients with urgent or emergent wound complaints in conjunction with the primary physician

* Triage patient telephone calls and e-mails and provide consultation

* Provide monitoring and continuity of care for patients between physician visits

* Maintain competency and enhance professional growth and development through continuing education, conferences, and seminars

* Participate in quality improvement activities; assist in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards

* Support and uphold established organizational policies, procedures, objectives related to quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

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 (based on 1.0 FTE):

• 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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Current license to practice as an Advanced Practice Nurse and/or Physician Assistant in the state of Colorado.

• Must be eligible for certification with independent prescriptive authority.

• Must have or obtain Wound, Ostomy, and Continence certification within six months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current Wound, Ostomy, and Continence certification with prior experience

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: Natalie Burgess, natalie.burgess@ucdenver.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by February 1, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$108,958 - $149,059 Based on 1.0 FTE

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

Equal Employment 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.

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.