Instructor (CRNA/CAA)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 225,000 - 253,575; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple medical plan options

Dental: Multiple plan options

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement 401(a) Plan with 10% employer contribution

Paid Time Off with accrual over the year

22 vacation days/year

15 sick days/year

10 holiday days/year

Tuition Benefit for all CU campuses

ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD bus and light rail service

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is hiring a full-time Instructor (CRNA/CAA) for the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. The role requires administering care under the medical direction of an Anesthesiologist and maintaining compliance with quality assurance processes. Applicants must have completed an accredited educational program, hold active certification, and be licensed as a registered nurse in Colorado. The position offers a salary ranging from $225,000 to $290,000, depending on experience and trauma pay differential, along with extensive benefits including medical, dental, retirement, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited nurse anesthetist or anesthesiologist assistant educational program.
• Active certification by the Council on Accreditation.
• Licensure as a registered nurse by the Colorado State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Administering care under the medical direction of an attending Anesthesiologist.
• Documenting pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care.
• Complying with the department’s quality assurance processes.

Skills

Active certification by the Council on Accreditation

Successful completion of an accredited nurse anesthetist or anesthesiologist assistant educational program

Licensure as a registered nurse by the Colorado State Board of Nursing

Job description

Instructor (CRNA/CAA)

The Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks a full‑time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) or Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA). The role involves administering care under the medical direction of an attending Anesthesiologist, documenting pre‑operative, intra‑operative and post‑operative care, and complying with the department’s quality assurance processes. The position is full‑time and may be assigned to any University of Colorado‑affiliated hospital, including the University of Colorado Hospital and its affiliates.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited nurse anesthetist or anesthesiologist assistant educational program.
• Active certification by the Council on Accreditation of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists or the American Association of Anesthesiologist Assistants.
• Successful registration in the Advanced Practice Registry and licensure as a registered nurse by the Colorado State Board of Nursing.

Pay Range

Base Salary: $225,000 – $253,575. Annual Base Plus Level 1 Trauma Pay Differential: $235,000 – $290,000. Not eligible for overtime unless non‑exempt.

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan with 10% employer contribution
• Paid Time Off with accrual over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit for all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD bus and light rail service

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment. The university encourages individuals from all backgrounds, including veterans and people with disabilities, to apply.

ADA Statement

Accredited accommodations will be provided to qualified applicants with disabilities. Requests should be made through the Human Resources ADA Coordinator.

Background Check Statement

Background investigations are conducted for all prospective employees to maintain a safe and secure environment.