Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner

CHN Denver - Denver, CO 80220

Start Date   12/03/2025

Overview

Salary Range

$100,192.00 - $125,240.00 Salary/year

Description

Position: Nurse Practitioner
Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Clinical Services Officer (CSO)
Location: Colorado Health Network; Denver, CO
Salary Rate:

Level 1 (Entry level up to 2 years of direct experience): $100,192 per year

Level II (3+ years of direct experience):  $125,240 per year

Bilingual premium for qualifying languages is 3.5% higher than starting salary if pass bilingual exam on first week of hire.

About Us

At Colorado Health Network (CHN), we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that celebrates individuality, creativity, and the unique perspectives each employee brings. We welcome applicants with diverse lived experiences, including those directly related to this position.  At CHN, we are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where all employees can grow and thrive.

Our commitment to diversity extends to all aspects of our work, and we strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. CHN is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace applicants regardless of age, race, color, disability, HIV status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or other characteristics that make you unique.

Are you looking to join a team that empowers individuals and creates lasting change in the community? Do you thrive in an environment that values service, innovation, wellness, and integrity? If so, we would love to hear from you!
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Why Work at CHN?
As a full-time employee, you will enjoy a competitive benefits package, which includes:

Health & Wellness Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee only share of health insurance premium is 100% paid for by CHN

Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous leave policy (at the end of one year full time employee accrue 3 weeks of PTO), 13 paid holidays, up to 2 floating holidays, and 1  day of wellness time (all time off benefits for part time employees are prorated based on the number of hours scheduled per week).
Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer matching $1 for $1 up to 3% and $0.50 on the $1 for 4 and 5%
Education & Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and access to ongoing learning opportunities
Additional Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Spending Account (H SA), Voluntary, EAP

STD, LTD and Basic Life 100% paid for by CHN.
Eligible for Federal Loan Forgiveness Program

Position Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing direct patient care for those disproportionately at risk for or living with HIV/HCV and other health conditions, by improving their access to medical care in a gender affirming, sex positive clinic environment.  Assists the CSO in coordinating and directing patient care in accordance with state and federal regulations to assure on-going compliance.

COVID-19 Information: It is an essential function and business necessity of the job that all employees are vaccinated and that all new hires will be required to be vaccinated within four weeks of hire. CHN requires proof of vaccination as this is a business necessity of the job. CHN will discuss reasonable exemptions for medical and religious purposes. If CHN considers making an offer of employment, CHN will inquire about vaccination status at that time, including whether the new hire currently has COVID-19 or has COVID-19 symptoms.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provides direct medical services to people accessing the CHN Medical Clinic, including: HIV, primary care, PrEP, HCV, gender affirming care, and STI treatment
• Promotes a clinic environment welcoming all patients regardless of gender or sexual orientation
• Care includes but is not limited to a comprehensive medical history, physical exam, assessment, and development of a treatment plan
• Offers treatment of and supervision for on-site wound care
• Orders and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic studies
• Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies including controlled substances as permitted by law
• Educates patients on HIV, primary care issues, and adherence strategies to prescribed medications
• Documents treatment services provided or recommended in an electronic health record
• Follows clinic protocols and procedures in providing and document services in a timely manner
• Delivers quality care while maintaining all company metrics pertaining to productivity
• Operates independently to provide healthcare services to patients
• Provides daily review of laboratory, x-ray, and emergency reports
• Determines the needs for patient follow-up appointments and further treatment options
• Refers patients for specialty services, as needed
• On-going upkeep of specialty provider network and recruitment
• Serves as the resource patients need for ongoing care information, counseling and provides guidance for patients
• Provides clinical and educational support to clinical staff and other programs
• Educates patients and others about disease process and prevention
• Collaborates with community HIV/STD  partners to improve patient adherence
• Supports the upkeep, tracking, monitoring and occasional reporting of patient activities
• Assists with scheduling of patient appointments, referrals, updating of clinic records
• Demonstrates a high level of understanding of HIPAA and OSHA regulations
• Answers and returns phone calls and emails in a timely manner
• Develop strong collaborative relationship with the HIV medical community
• Continually updates own knowledge of HIV/AIDS through reading, conference attendance, lectures, and other educational platforms
• Supervision of mid-level provider(s) and students (DMS function)
• Meets regularly with the Clinical Services Officer to develop and update clinical policies and procedures (DMS function)
• Assist Clinical Services Officer, as needed, in developing annual budget and operation plan (DMS function)
• Participates and attends staff, department, team and community meetings upon request
• Performs effectively within organization and interpersonally with co-workers
• Participates in fund-raising and advocacy events
• Assesses and proactively takes on new "ad hoc" duties as assigned

This list is not meant to be a comprehensive list of job duties. Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

3-4 years of experience with HIV and primary care delivery, in a clinical setting. Previous experience working as a Nurse Practitioner, previous HIV, STI, and gender affirming care experience required. Extensive knowledge of HIV disease and related issues, disease progression, and treatment options. Ability to work independently, CPR/BLS Certification, Colorado DEA, Certification by a national certifying body approved by the CO Board of Nursing. Current registration with the CO Board of Nursing’s Advanced Practice Registry. All certifications and licenses required for this job must be current as a condition of continued employment. Must be willing to understand and practice the organization’s mission, vision and core values.

Must have current and valid Colorado driver’s license; must be able to pass driving record check per CHN insurance requirements.

Must be able to be insured by CHN driving and liability insurance companies.

Must have personal insurance on own vehicle if driving on behalf of CHN.

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited school of nursing and successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner program. Master’s Degree preferred.

Software Utilized:
Experience working in electronic health records, basic office and database computer programs, including familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, SharePoint and the internet.      

Knowledge, Skill and Ability:
Knowledge of and sensitivity to the HIV/AIDS patient population, required. Must have necessary problem-solving skills to address patients’ needs. Cultural Competency/Sensitivity. Excellent communication, client relations and management skills. Highly organized and detail oriented. This position requires personal and professional accountability; self-management and initiative; dedication to quality improvement, professional integrity and research ethics and cultural competency. Must demonstrate accuracy, efficiency and excellent organizational skills.

Material and Equipment Directly Used:
Works with standard office equipment including laptop, printers, copiers, scanners and fax machine. Works with electronic health records, word processing software, spreadsheet applications, and presentation software. Communicates with clients and vendors using the telephone, e-mail, the Internet, and fax.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions:
Works in a clinical environment, may travel to offsite locations. Requires clear speaking ability and the ability to use a telephone for extended periods. Requires ability to view a computer screen (near acuity). Requires fingering agility for keyboarding and using a telephone and other office equipment.

: Works in an office environment. May travel via automobile or airplane to offsite locations or for CHN business. Must have and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and auto insurance on personal vehicle. Works with standard office equipment including computer work station, printers, copiers, scanners and fax machine. Communicates with clients and vendors using the telephone, e-mail, the Internet, and fax.  Requires clear speaking ability and the ability to use a telephone for extended periods. Requires ability to view a computer screen (near acuity). Requires fingering agility for keyboarding.  The ability to sit, stand, and engage in extended periods of screen time or communication by phone is necessary to perform the essential duties of the role. 

Software Utilized:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams is required. Candidates should be comfortable working with client database systems and learning new software tools as needed. 

Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

Previous experience in the delivery of evidenced-based programs is highly preferred, as well as excellent communication, client services, and data collection skills.  The appropriate person will be highly organized and detail-oriented.  This position requires personal and professional accountability; self-management and initiative; dedication to quality improvement; professional integrity; research ethics, and cultural competency.  Must demonstrate accuracy, efficiency and superior organizational skills.  Must demonstrate effectiveness in the following areas: task and time management; teamwork; and communication with teams, managers, clients and participants, and company consultants.

As employees of a charitable organization, all CHN staff share the responsibility of serving as ambassadors for the organization in the community.  This can be achieved by fostering the development of relationships with potential constituents/donors as well as by participating in CHN events/activities in a way that is meaningful to each employee.

How to Apply:

Click on the “Start Application” on our website. Please include a cover letter.

All offers of employment are subject to the completion of a criminal background check, reference and if applicable to your position a driving record check.  A criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment. We evaluate all background check results in relation to job-related requirements.

Colorado Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).