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NICU NP or PA

  • Colorado Springs, Colorado
  • St Francis Hospital
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At CommonSpirit Health, we believe in the healing power of humanity. We invite you to explore our specialty areas and pursue a career in humankindness.

About Us

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

Our Mission

As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.

The posted compensation range of $44.55 - $88.39 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

  • Employment Type: Part Time
  • Department: Pediatrics
  • Hours/Pay Period: 39
  • Requisition ID : 2026-472674
  • Employment Type : Part Time
  • Hours/Pay Period : 39
  • Provider : Advanced Provider
  • Provider Type : Nurse Practitioner (NP)
  • Speciality : Pediatrics
  • Bonuses Offered : None
  • Loan Repayment : None
  • Visa Sponsorship : Not Applicable
  • Remote : No
  • Category : Advanced Practice
  • Recruiter Name : Josh Courtright
  • Recruiter Email : josh.courtright@commonspirit.org
  • Shift: Day

NICU NP or PA

Job Details

Job Summary and Responsibilities

You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.

As a physician-facing organization, we are passionate about high-value, top quality care made accessible in every community we serve.  

Join our team as an RN Practitioner or Physician Assistant. In the role you will:

  • Assume responsibility and accountability for rapid assessment, nursing diagnosis and works with MD partners to assure safe patient diagnostic testing and optimal plan of care.
  • Perform advanced practice procedures.
  • Utilize the nursing process to promote/restore optimal health and well-being of the patient.
  • Assume personal accountability for organizational mission and core values.

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the APP Regional Director (DAPP), site Medical Director (SMD), and as a peer leader, serve to oversee and improve care delivery at the facility by performing the following duties:
Implementation of Guidelines
  • Provides leadership and direction in accordance with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Assists with the implementation of all initiatives to support the goals and overall objectives of the APP team. [1]
Attending Meetings
  • Engages in monthly team meetings and multidisciplinary meetings.
  • Attends APP team meetings on a monthly basis.
Identify & Escalate Facility Issues
  • Engages in ongoing collaboration with the SMD and DAPP.
Ongoing Training & Development of the APP Team
  • Improves and maintains effective team communication and cohesiveness.
  • Participates in the professional growth of self and team APPs.
  • Coaches and counsels the APP core team.
  • Acts as a resource for current protocols.
  • Arranges annual skills labs.
  • Supports APP team Quality Improvement (QI) projects.
  • Reviews chart audits for bi-annual OPPE/FPPE evaluations.
  • Performs team evaluations twice a year (spring/fall) for OPPE & FPPE.
Maintain Relationships with All Partners (Internal & External)
  • Sustains trust and transparency in communication between APP/NEO/OPS.
  • Builds and maintains relationships, and checks in regularly, with the NICU Nursing Director and Managers at the hospital.
  • Organizes and participates in education for affiliated Level 1 Facilities in your region.
Participate in Recruitment When Applicable
  • Assists with the interview and selection process in collaboration with the Medical Director and Recruiter to ensure proper recruitment and retention of qualified APP candidates.
Scheduling
  • Assists in the facilitation and confirmation of the core APP schedule (refer to scheduling guidelines for specifics).
  • Assists with the facilitation of orientation for new core staff in collaboration with the Practice Coordinator.

Shift - This position will utilize 24 HR shifts. This is the standard for NICU APP shifts. 0.5 shift requirement is 39 per year.


Job Requirements

In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

  • 1 year of experience in a clinical or advance practice setting, preferred
  • Nursing skills and knowledge base specific to specialty 
  • Master’s Degree in Nursing as Nurse Practitioner, from a nationally accredited postgraduate certificate program required. Must be a graduate from an Accredited School of Nursing.
  • Graduate from an Accredited School Of Nursing required
  • Registered Nurse Practitioner Licensure for; and listed on the state Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) Registry required. Board certified as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, in applicable population foci and/or sub-specialty.
  • RN License required
  • BLS from the American Heart Association may be required depending on practice setting
  • ACLS from the American Heart Association may be required depending on practice setting
  • Have Prescriptive Authority (RXN) or have Provisional Prescriptive Authority (RXN-P), if applicable for role with associated articulated plan.

Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)


Where You'll Work

Our resources include supply chain expertise, technology implementation trainers, contracting experts, centralized credentialing, financial reporting/modeling and communication – so providers can spend their time doing what matters most – caring for patients and serving their communities. Connect with us and discover your unique path to a fulfilling and rewarding career.

At CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness. 

Colorado Springs, Colorado's second-largest city, boasts a thriving community rich in business experience and a historic background of achievement. With short commute times, affordable housing, great schools, and friendly neighbors, it consistently ranks as one of the best places to live.

  • Stunning Natural Beauty: Surrounded by mountains, parks, and outdoor recreation opportunities, including Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods.
  • Pleasant Climate: Enjoys a moderate climate with plenty of sunshine year-round, ideal for outdoor activities.
  • Thriving Job Market: Features a diverse economy with strong sectors in technology, defense, and healthcare, offering numerous job opportunities.
  • High Quality of Life: Benefits from a low cost of living relative to other major cities, combined with excellent schools and healthcare facilities.
  • Vibrant Community: Hosts an active cultural scene, including art festivals, music events, and local breweries, fostering a strong sense of community.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Success Profile

What makes a successful NICU NP or PA at St Francis Hospital?

  • Compassionate
  • Proactive
  • Communicator
  • Trustworthy
  • Collaborative
  • Balanced

Our Total Reward offerings

At CommonSpirit Health, we believe investing in our employees lets them know they truly matter. Your Total Rewards package includes compensation, benefits, retirement, wellness, leave, and other programs.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time.

For more information, please visit Total Rewards

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CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here [PDF].

CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health™ participates in E-Verify.

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