Pain Management NP — School-Based, Flexible Schedule

New York Heights Medical; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan with employer-contrib.

Malpractice insurance

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

New York Heights Medical is seeking a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Pain Management to join our onsite team at a Hempstead school facility. The role focuses on comprehensive assessments, individualized pain management plans, patient education, and collaboration with physicians to ensure safe, effective treatment.

The ideal candidate holds an MSN, NY NP license, and at least two years in pain management, with experience in nerve blocks or spinal injections preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution.
• Current, active, and valid New York State Nurse Practitioner license.
• Minimum of two years of experience specifically in pain management or related fields.
• Strong clinical assessment skills and diagnostic competency, with the ability to utilize various diagnostic tests to identify the source of pain effectively.
• Demonstrated proficiency in developing and executing advanced pain management strategies, including knowledge of treatment modalities such as nerve blocks and spinal injections.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough health assessments by obtaining detailed health histories and conducting comprehensive physical examinations that are essential for accurate diagnoses.
• Develop and implement individualized pain management plans that address both chronic and acute pain, utilizing evidence‑based pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic treatments.
• Educate patients about pain management strategies, discussing the importance of compliance with treatment regimens and informing them about potential medication side effects.
• Monitor and manage patients dealing with complex chronic pain issues, making adjustments to treatment plans as necessary and in consultation with physicians.
• Exercise strong clinical judgment by prescribing appropriate medications and consulting the Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) to ensure patient safety.
• Leverage excellent communication skills to engage with patients and their families, fostering an environment of trust and support as they navigate pain management therapies.
• Participate in case discussions with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to tailor treatments based on each patient’s specific needs.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnostic competency

Communication skills

Patient education

Clinical judgment

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)

Tools

Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP)

Pain management equipment

Job description

New York Heights Medical is seeking a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Pain Management to join our onsite team at a Hempstead school facility. The role focuses on comprehensive assessments, individualized pain management plans, patient education, and collaboration with physicians to ensure safe, effective treatment.

The ideal candidate holds an MSN, NY NP license, and at least two years in pain management, with experience in nerve blocks or spinal injections preferred.