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Inpatient Lung Transplant Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

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University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Department of Surgery, Division of Transplant Surgery

Job Title: Inpatient Lung Transplant Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Position #: 00843502 - Requisition #:38556

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

+ Comprehensive Patient Management: Provide direct inpatient care for lung transplant patients, including pre-transplant evaluation, perioperative management, and post-transplant care.

Work Location:

Onsite

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

+ Medical: Multiple plan options

+ Dental: Multiple plan options

+ Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

+ Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

+ Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

+ Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

+ Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

+ Holiday Days: 10/year

+ Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

+ ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Master's and/or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

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Inpatient Lung Transplant Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - 38556 Faculty

The University of Colorado Hospital is seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our inpatient lung transplant team. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to care for lung transplant patients both during their initial hospitalization and throughout their lifetime when they require readmission. As part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, the APP will work alongside transplant pulmonologists, surgeons, pharmacists, social workers, and dietitians to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care. This role requires care of medically complex patients, post-surgical patients, and critically ill patients. This position focuses on supporting patients through their recovery and ongoing care, making a meaningful impact on their health and quality of life.

+ Rounding & Collaboration: Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds, develop treatment plans, and implement evidence-based interventions.

+ ICU Consults: Evaluate and manage transplant patients in the ICU in collaboration with the critical care teams.

+ Clinical Decision-Making: Interpret diagnostic tests, adjust immunosuppressive therapies, and manage transplant-related complications under the guidance of transplant pulmonologists.

+ Patient & Family Education: Counsel patients and their families on post-transplant expectations, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.

+ Documentation & Communication: Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (Epic), communicate effectively with consulting teams, and provide thorough handoffs.

+ Process Improvement & Education: Participate in quality improvement initiatives, protocol development, and provide education to nursing staff and trainees.

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

Our lung transplant team is committed to providing exceptional patient care through innovation and collaboration. We support patients from their initial hospitalization through lifelong follow-up, while also managing a range of complex medical cases. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, continuous learning, and advancing transplant medicine, we offer opportunities for growth and meaningful impact. Our focus on patient care, education, and research drives innovative discoveries and promotes quality care and safety for our patients We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including: There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6802349&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) .

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

+ National board certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP, AGACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C)

+ Active and unrestricted license to practice in Colorado (or eligibility to obtain)

+ DEA license or eligibility to obtain

+ BLS and ACLS certification

+ Minimum of one year of experience in transplant. **Preferred Qualifications:**

+ Prior experience in solid organ transplant, pulmonary medicine, hospital medicine, or critical care

+ Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and teamwork skills

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 position2. Curriculum vitae / Resume3. 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6802349&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) . Questions should be directed to: Jody Robertson - [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\[email protected]) .

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by December 23, 2025.

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $112,528 to $137,634 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6802349&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125)

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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 [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6802349&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu) .

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.

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6802349&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6802349&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) .Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Faculty : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20345 - SOM-SRG-TS Clinical : Full-time : Dec 18, 2025 : Dec 24, 2025, 6:59:00 AM Posting Contact Name: Jody Robertson Posting Contact Email: [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\[email protected]) Position Number: 00843502jeid-763f6564d2183a45bbbdc88f1e003697

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.