Job Summary:

The Single Ventricle APP (SV APP) will be part of the multidisciplinary team responsible for managing and coordinating the care of the single ventricle patient population within our Heart Institute. The SV APP will partner and collaborate with out SV director for ongoing single ventricle programmatic needs. The SV APP will consult and facilitate coordination of care with the inpatient cardiology teams. The SV APP would provide continuity of care for single ventricle patient needs and function as a direct point of contact for families throughout the spectrum of single ventricle care.

Key Responsibilities

• New and follow-up clinic for CCHD and SVCC patients
• Inpatient single ventricle interstage consults
• Emergency add-on visits for CCHD patients (ie: red flag visits)
• Admission/discharge support for single ventricle patients
• Triaging calls/pages from patient/families
• Ordering of diagnostic labs, diagnostic or interventional procedures, surgical interventions
• Medication management and monitoring
• Management and monitoring of growth/nutritional needs
• Facilitate communication between SV program and referring providers
• Telehealth visits for out of state patients (New Mexico, Wyoming, Western Kansas, Montana)
• Discharge care coordination and education
• Involvement in multicenter collaboratives including the Fontan Outcomes Network, the Pediatric Heart Network, Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Outcome Collaborative, and the National
• Pediatric Cardiology Quality Improvement Collaborative
• Data base management

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

As the largest pediatric heart program in the region, we have performed more than 675 heart surgeries and about 1,000 heart catheterization every year since 2017. Our highly specialized pediatric heart surgeons and interventional cardiologists take on the most complex congenital heart defects (CHDs) and childhood heart conditions and achieve some of the best results in the nation. The Society of Thoracic Surgery requires a hospital to perform at least 250 heart surgeries per year to be considered a high-volume center. By far exceeding this, we gain more experience, which leads to better outcomes. The Heart Institute has 80 plus faculty members and continues to grow annually.

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://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

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:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Certified Nurse Practitioners are certified advanced practice nurses who provide primary healthcare and specialized health services. Physicians Assistances are licensed to provide primary health care and specialized health services. First time appointees must complete the application process to receive authorization to provide services as an allied health professional.

• Current Colorado license as a Registered Nurse, including registration in the advanced practice nurse registry or current license as a Certified Physician Assistant.
• Education: Graduation from a master's program in nursing accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing (NLN), or, graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Completion of a formal postgraduate nurse practitioner track or program in the applicant's specialty within a school of nursing granting graduate level academic credit, or, completion of a formal Physician Assistant program with evidence of successful completion either through a certificate or a letter from the program director.
• Compliance with the requirements under the Colorado Nurse Practice Act (for NP candidates only).
• Must have a DEA license or the ability to obtain one by date of hire.
• Current certification in basic life support (BLS) and ability to obtain pediatric advanced life support (PALS), and ACLS.

Condition of Employment:

• Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check

*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in the clinical management of pediatric cardiac patients.
• Prior work history with congenital heart disease, including single ventricle physiology.
• Inpatient pediatric cardiology experience with management of complex congenital heart patients

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A successful candidate will have the ability to take a team-based approach to the management and care of our patients.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with multiple medical disciplines.
• Excellent bedside manner and physical exam skills.

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

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

Questions should be directed to: BONNIE.BELLAIRS@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by June 10, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$130,000

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.