Instructor/ Nurse Practitioner

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University of Colorado Denver Department of Pediatrics Section of General Pediatrics Instructor/Nurse Practitioner The Department of Pediatrics, Section of General Academic Pediatrics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is seeking a full time faculty position open at the rank of Instructor for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) located in the Special Care Clinic at Children's Hospital in Aurora. This is a clinical position with the faculty member expected to provide complex primary care to children in the outpatient setting. The University of Colorado Denver is seeking nominations and applications for the position of Nurse Practitioner. UC Denver is the premier research university in Colorado, serving more than 30,000 undergraduate, graduate and health professions students in Denver, Aurora and online and awarding nearly 4,000 degrees each year. The renowned researchers and award-winning faculty of UC Denver offer more than 100 degree programs through 13 colleges and schools. In 2008 the University was awarded more than $371 million in research grants and contracts. The new Anschutz Medical Campus includes over 5 million square feet of research, educational and clinical space on 227 acres. The Downtown Campus is located in one of America's most vibrant urban centers, just steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts, the LoDo District and the state capitol. On both campuses, students, staff and faculty have access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural opportunities. The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding.

Applications are accepted electronically at www.jobsatcu.com refer to job posting F007. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Salary is commensurate with skills and experience. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at http://www.cu.edu/pbs/. UCD 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. The University of Colorado strongly supports the principle of diversity. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Minimum Qualifications: Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.

Required Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and abilities: Applicants must have some experience with pediatric patients, be capable of managing multiple patients at a time, and have good communication skills. Job requires flexibility in both duties and hours. We are looking for an energetic, open-minded provider who enjoys working with a diverse and difficult population.

Desired Qualifications: Clinical experience with children who have special needs. Clinical experience in a pediatric primary care location Clinical experience in an academic setting

Campus: Anschutz Medical Campus

The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

by Shane Turner via NursingFacultyJobs.com