Nurse Practitioner

apartment Surgery Partners location_onLakewood Ranch, FL, US

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Job Title: Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant–Certified (PA-C) – Pain Management

Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday–Friday 8am -5pm

Practice Setting: Outpatient Pain Management

Position Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant–Certified (PA-C) provides comprehensive, patient-centered care in an interventional pain management setting. This role focuses on evaluating and managing patients with acute and chronic pain conditions while collaborating closely with pain management physicians and clinical staff to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform detailed pain-focused patient evaluations, including medical history, physical examinations, and functional assessments
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic pain conditions in accordance with established pain management protocols
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans, including interventional and non-interventional therapies
Order, review, and interpret diagnostic imaging, laboratory tests, and other studies related to pain management
Prescribe medications in compliance with state regulations and practice guidelines, including non-opioid and adjunctive therapies
Provide pre-procedure and post-procedure evaluations and patient education
Document all patient encounters, procedures, and treatment plans accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
Educate patients and families on pain conditions, treatment options, risks, benefits, and expected outcomes
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, medical assistants, and ancillary staff to coordinate patient care
Adhere to pain management compliance standards, quality measures, and infection control policies
Respond appropriately and effectively in urgent or emergent clinical situations
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical meetings as assigned

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Current national certification as a Nurse Practitioner or PA-C
Active, unrestricted NP or PA license in the practicing state
Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or CPR certification (ACLS preferred)
Intermediate proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical documentation systems
Knowledge of word processing and clinical software applications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills with a pain management focus
Knowledge of musculoskeletal, neurologic, and spine-related conditions
Understanding of pain management medications, including indications, contraindications, dosing, and side effects
Familiarity with opioid stewardship principles and regulatory requirements
Ability to assess functional limitations and treatment response
Ability to educate patients on interventional procedures, conservative therapies, and lifestyle modifications
Effective communication skills with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams
Ability to make sound clinical and administrative decisions within scope of practice
Knowledge of accreditation, certification, and compliance requirements related to pain management
Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure or emergency situations
Awareness of current and emerging trends in interventional pain management techniques and technologies

Work Environment

This position functions in a fast-paced pain management clinic and procedural environment requiring professionalism, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to patient safety and quality outcomes.

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