Specialty Director of the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Programs/Instructional Series Faculty Appointment (Open Rank-Assistant
Practice independently without physician oversight.
Is $98K - $150K competitive?
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Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join University of Colorado as a AGACNP Program Director – Hybrid, Academic in Aurora, Colorado.
Key Responsibilities
- include participation in the teaching, practice, and service mission of the College of Nursing and the University of Colorado.
- Demonstration of academic leadership, such as curricular/program development, is.
Requirements
- time faculty position includes dedicated time to serve as the Specialty Director in the Adult
- Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program. The successful candidate will have recent adult
- directed study/practice. Serve on divisional, college, and university committees; Demonstrate a commitment to collaborative inter
- professional teaching and scholarship. This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $98K - $150K
- 22 days PTO.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with University of Colorado in Aurora, Colorado.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care — Physician Career Context
This Adult-Gerontology Acute Care position at University of Colorado is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
University of Colorado lists compensation for this physician position at $98k to $150k annually.
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Aurora, Colorado.
Why This Position Stands Out
- Transparent compensation ($98k–$150k)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Academic leadership, Curricular development, Clinical teaching, Didactic instruction, Program management, Student evaluation, Inter-professional collaboration, Educational technology. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Adult-Gerontology Acute Care role.
Core responsibilities: The Specialty Director will lead the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program, overseeing curriculum development, clinical placements, and didactic instruction. The role involves participating in the college's teaching, practice, and service missions while fostering an inclusive commu...
Benefits package: Medical: Multiple plan options, Dental: Multiple plan options, Disability, Life, Vision insurance, Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of gross pay, 22 vacation days per year, 15 sick days per year, 10 holidays per year, Tuition benefit on all CU campuses. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
10d ago