Pain Center Nurse Practitioner - Academic Health System

University of Utah Health Research; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division of Pain Management at University of Utah Health seeks a Nurse Practitioner for a busy pain center in Salt Lake City. In this role, you will provide longitudinal pain management care for a diverse patient population, including chronic non-cancer pain, cancer survivors, post-operative pain consults, and patients receiving lidocaine/ketamine infusions.

You will collaborate with physicians, order and interpret tests, perform selected procedures, and participate in quality improvement

Qualifications

• Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Utah.
• Master’s degree in Nursing (or equivalent) and national certification.
• Utah prescriptive privileges.
• ACLS / BLS / NRP / ATLS certifications may be required by your department.

Responsibilities

• Assess the physical condition of a group of patients by performing examinations and histories.
• Formulate the medical plan and prognosis based on patient condition.
• Consult with physicians regarding patient health care plans.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests.
• Perform selected invasive procedures within scope of competence.
• Initiate medications and therapies per approved protocols.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Counsel patients and families about health and illness.
• Evaluate and respond to emergency care needs.

Skills

Clinical competence

Leadership

Communication skills

Population-focused care

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Job description

The Division of Pain Management at University of Utah Health seeks a Nurse Practitioner for a busy pain center in Salt Lake City. In this role, you will provide longitudinal pain management care for a diverse patient population, including chronic non-cancer pain, cancer survivors, post-operative pain consults, and patients receiving lidocaine/ketamine infusions.

You will collaborate with physicians, order and interpret tests, perform selected procedures, and participate in quality improvement