University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: Pediatrics - Cardiology
Job Title: Instructor – CICU APP
Position #: 00781014 – Requisition #: 40846
Provides/coordinates clinical practice for patients admitted to the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit and Cardiac Progressive Care Unit service, 24 hours a day, through the collaborative practice agreement and under the supervision of the on-call attending physician who is either on site or available by pager or phone.
Key Responsibilities:
Work Location:
Why Join Us:
Onsite – This role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado
This Section within the Department of Pediatrics provides patient management and coordination for the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit and Cardiac Progressive Care Unit.The Advanced Practice Provider will join a multidisciplinary team to provide care for the hospitalized cardiac patient from admission to discharge. The position is 1.0 FTE and includes Day/Evening/Night rotation as well as weekends and holidays. A salary incentive is possible for those staffing greater than 75% nights or weekends.
Why work for the University?
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
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Physician Assistant:
• Graduate of an accredited APAP program
• BLS and PALS certification
• Certification from the NCCPA.
OR
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner:
• Graduate of an accredited BSN program.
• APN licensure and a master’s from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• BLS and PALS certification
• Pediatric Nursing Certification Board certificate or other comparable certification.
• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification.
• 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:
●Two years in a pediatric hospital
●Experience in a Cardiac Intensive Care Unit and Cardiac Progressive Care Unit.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
●Good communication skills
●Flexible
●Compassion for children and their families
●Ability to multi-task
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: Nicole Aviles, Nicole.Aviles@childrenscolorado.org
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by November 15th, 2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
$115,000 to $135,000
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 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 theoccupational health medical surveillance program
