Neurosurgery APP: Inpatient Care & First Assist

Digital Creative; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 111,010 - 124,942; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(a) retirement plan with employer 0

Paid Time Off 22 days/year

Sick Days 15/year

Holiday Days 11/year

Tuition benefit

ECO Pass

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Department of Neurosurgery in Aurora, CO. The role focuses on inpatient neurosurgical patient management, perioperative care, and first assist duties, working closely with APPs, faculty, and residents.

The position emphasizes inpatient responsibilities, strong organization, and flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing schedules across neurosurgical subspecialties. Onsite work in Aurora, CO is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a master's degree in Advanced Practice Nursing (ACNP) or graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current Colorado license as an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant; prescriptive authority required.
• Certified as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant by a national organization.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive or episodic health history and physical assessments.
• Prescribes medications and monitors patient response per protocol.
• Assist in neurosurgical surgeries as needed and coordinate care.
• Collaborates with physicians, APPs, residents to optimize care.
• Attend weekly specialty conferences and professional development activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent practice

Education

Master's degree in advanced Practice Nursing (ACNP)

Graduate in Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Department of Neurosurgery in Aurora, CO. The role focuses on inpatient neurosurgical patient management, perioperative care, and first assist duties, working closely with APPs, faculty, and residents.

The position emphasizes inpatient responsibilities, strong organization, and flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing schedules across neurosurgical subspecialties. Onsite work in Aurora, CO is required.