Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Whole Person Pain Serv[...]

University of Colorado; Aurora (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an Advanced Practice Provider, focusing on holistic care within the Department of Family Medicine. This role emphasizes chronic pain management and care coordination, allowing you to make a significant impact on patient lives. With a hybrid work schedule, you will engage in both virtual and in-person care, collaborating with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's degree in nursing or a PA program, along with relevant licensure and experience. This is an exciting opportunity to grow in a supportive environment while delivering essential services to diverse patient populations.

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree required.
• Colorado RN and NP or PA licensure needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide virtual care for chronic pain patients.
• Coordinate patient care with health professionals.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork skills

Cultural humility

Bias minimization skills

Ability to work virtually

Education

Masters or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree

NCCPA-approved PA program graduation

Colorado RN and NP or PA licensure

Tools

Epic EHR system

Job description

Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Whole Person Pain Service/ APP- Sr. Instructor

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Job Overview

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will deliver holistic care within the Department of Family Medicine, focusing on the Whole Person Pain Service (WPPS) and primary care clinics. The WPPS provides virtual chronic pain management for patients on long-term opioids, serving as a central hub for pain care in the department. The APP's responsibilities include chronic pain management, care coordination, and ongoing coverage at current clinical sites.

Key Responsibilities

1. Whole Person Pain Service Clinical/Direct Patient Care (0.20-0.25 CFTE)
2. Provide virtual care for chronic pain patients, including intake, follow-up, and group visits.
3. Participate in chart reviews and clinical coding activities.
4. Collaborate with medical staff and specialists for complex cases.
5. Coordinate patient care with other health professionals.
6. Triage calls and messages for the WPPS.
7. Utilize opioid registries for patient outreach and risk assessment.

1. Whole Person Pain Service Care Management (0.3-0.50 FTE)
2. Manage opioid registries and conduct high-risk patient case conferences.

1. Float APP Clinical/Direct Patient Care (0.25-0.50 CFTE)
2. Deliver primary care for diverse patient populations across CU hospitals and clinics.
3. Handle acute care needs and collaborate on complex patient management.
4. Participate in chronic disease management and team-based care.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain faculty eligibility and engage in professional development.
• Attend conferences and training to stay current and enhance skills.

Work Location

Hybrid schedule with occasional meetings at Anschutz campus in Aurora, CO. Candidates must reside in Colorado at the time of hire.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree or NCCPA-approved PA program graduation.
• Colorado RN and NP or PA licensure.
• Completion of 1,000+ hours for full prescriptive authority and DEA registration.
• Medicare/Medicaid credentials, unrestricted DEA, CPR certification.
• Family or adult nurse practitioner certification (if applicable).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of practice in a Patient-Centered Medical Home or primary care setting.
• Experience with Epic or similar EHR systems.
• Cultural humility and bias minimization skills.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work virtually and respond calmly to emergencies.

Application Process

Submit a letter of interest, CV, and five references electronically at cu.edu/cu-careers. For questions, contact Lydia Lyon at [e-mail]. Applications reviewed immediately until the position is filled, with a deadline of 4/11/25.