University of Colorado Denver

Certified Nurse Midwife and/or Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner/Clinical Instructor - 31081 

Faculty 

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: College of Nursing

Job Title: Certified Nurse Midwife and/or Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner/Clinical Instructor

Position #00673584 – Requisition #31081

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado College of Nursing is seeking a Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) and/or Women’s Health Nurse-Practitioner (WHNP) for a part-time, hourly (as needed) non-benefitted position. This position includes care provided within the Colorado Correction’s Department at a variety of locations in Denver and surrounding counties. The CU CON faculty practice works collaboratively with community providers. This position is clinically based and includes a Clinical Instructor / Senior Instructor / Assistant Professor (Open Rank) non-tenure clinical practice track appointment within the College of Nursing. 

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu. 

Examples of Work Performed: 

• Provide care to the gynecologic, antepartum, and postpartum client
• Provide care in the outpatient setting
• Educate health care team learners (APNs, medical students, residents) and actively participate in student evaluations.
• Perform work in a health care environment with some exposure to biological hazards and infectious disease.
• Actively participate in health plan contracts.
• Remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current. 

Why Join Us:

CU Nursing is an amazing place to be. We have the distinct advantage of being a part of a huge medical campus with three incredible hospitals – the VA, the nationally ranked University of Colorado Hospital, and the Children’s Hospital Colorado where our nursing students and faculty learn every day. From our beginning 125 years ago as part of the School of Medicine at CU Boulder to our current home at the Anschutz Medical Campus, the college has been a recognized leader in nursing education (ranked #10 in online MS graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report 2023). Our faculty, students and staff have been instrumental in shaping the profession of nursing and teaching the next generation of nurses while treating patients in our own nurse-led clinics. Be a part of an innovative, dynamic, diverse, and exciting workplace -- helping make great things happen. Join us in our quest to boldly transform health together. 

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://nursing.cuanschutz.edu/about/careers/benefits. 

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus 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. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. 

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications - Instructor:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. 

• Master’s degree from an accredited school of nursing or midwifery
• Current AMCB or Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner certification
• A minimum of one year practice providing antepartum, postpartum, well woman and gynecological care
• Current RN, APN and RxN licensures in good standing (Any State)
• Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA-Department of Regulatory Agencies. Must have Colorado licensures by date of hire. 

Conditions of employment:

• Must be willing and able to provide full scope contraceptive services and counseling on abortion services.
• Must be willing and able to obtain Colorado RN, APN, RxN licenses by date of hire.
• Must be willing and able to obtain current board certification by date of hire
• Must be willing and able to obtain current DEA license within 18 months of hire.
• Must be willing and able to obtain valid NPI number by date of hire
• Must be willing and able to obtain valid Colorado Medicaid Provider number by date of hire
• Must be willing and able to complete CAQH and all credentialing requirements prior to by date of hire.
• Must be willing and able to obtain current BLS/CPR certification by date of hire.
• Must be willing and able to actively participation in health plan contracts.
• Must be willing and able to remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current.
• Must be willing and able to work in a normal patient care environment with some exposure to biological hazards and infectious diseases. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current, active DEA licensure.
• Experience working high-acuity setting
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary clinical care teams
• Experience utilizing bilingual skills (Spanish/English) at a conversation level in a clinical setting 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional independent judgment to monitor and respond to changes in a client’s condition
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients and other members of the health care team
• Skilled in the use of the electronic medical health record
• Excellent knowledge of and ability to perform clinical teaching
• Ability to effectively develop and promote practice
• Strong collaborative nature
• Willingness and ability to actively participate in health plan contracts
• Ability to remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current 

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
4. A copy of all current licenses and certifications (Master’s degree, LCSW, LPC, CPR/BLS, etc.)

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: College of Nursing Human Resources at CON.HR@ucdenver.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled 

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Instructor (Certified Nurse Midwife and/or Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner:

$43.46 - $48.90 per hour

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

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.

Qualifications

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References, Additional Attachments - Refer to Application Materials Instructions Below Application Materials Instructions: A copy of all current licenses and certifications (Master’s degree, LCSW, LPC, CPR/BLS, etc.) 

Job Category

: Faculty 

Primary Location

: Aurora 

Department: U0001 -- DENVER & ANSCHUTZ MED CAMPUS - 20468 - CON-DEAN ADMINISTRATION 

Schedule

: Part-time 

Posting Date

: Sep 5, 2023 

Unposting Date

: Ongoing 

Posting Contact Name: College of Nursing Human Resources 

Posting Contact Email: CON.HR@ucdenver.edu 

Position Number: 00673584

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