Nurse Practitioner

HUMBLE VASCULAR SURGICAL CENTER INC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HUMBLE VASCULAR SURGICAL CENTER INC is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant–Certified (PA-C) for a pain management role in an outpatient clinic in Orlando, FL. The position supports evaluation, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic pain in collaboration with pain physicians and staff.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, ordering tests, educating patients, and ensuring compliance with pain management protocols.

Qualifications

• This role requires NP or PA certification with state licensure.
• Experience in pain management or interventional procedures is preferred.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and documentation systems.
• Knowledge of opioid stewardship and patient safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform pain-focused evaluations including history, exams, and functional assessments.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic pain conditions per protocols.
• Develop and monitor individualized interventional and non-interventional plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging related to pain management.
• Prescribe medications following state regulations and guidelines.
• Educate patients and families on treatment options and expectations.
• Document encounters accurately in the medical record.
• Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to coordinate care.

Skills

Pain management

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Clinical decision making

Patient education

Education

NP program or PA program

Tools

EMR systems

Clinical software

Job description

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.