Nurse Practitioner from an accredited nursing program.
New graduates welcome; FNP or AGACNP certification encouraged.
Board Certified or Board Eligible as a Nurse Practitioner.
Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the state of practice.
Mandatory 6-8 weeks of initial training at the site.
Responsibilities
Rounding daily on new and established patients.
Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and perioperative evaluations.
Performing histories and physicals (H&Ps), interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing care plans.
Prescribing and managing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic pain treatments.
Managing epidural and peripheral nerve catheters.
Documenting clinical findings in progress notes.
Educating patients and families on pain management strategies.
Providing pain management education and serving as a clinical resource for healthcare team members.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus retirement plan matching.
Generous paid time off (PTO).
Annual continuing medical education (CME) allowance.
Full reimbursement for licensure and credentialing expenses.
Full Job Description
MedStar Medical Group Anesthesiology is seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Acute Pain Service (APS) at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. This role offers a high-impact clinical experience within a fast-paced, collaborative environment, serving a diverse patient population across a wide range of complex surgical services.
Qualifications
Nurse Practitioner from an accredited nursing program.
New graduates are welcome to apply. Interested NPs with FNP or AGACNP certification are encouraged to apply, as well.
Board Certified or Board Eligible as a Nurse Practitioner.
Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the state of practice.
Position will include mandatory 6-8 weeks of initial, comprehensive training at the same site
Position Overview
The NP will function as a clinical consultant within a multidisciplinary team, managing both acute and chronic pain for hospitalized patients. Be part of a cohesive and highly specialized APS team and play a vital role in advancing pain management practices while working closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and multidisciplinary care teams in an academic hospital setting. Key responsibilities include:
Rounding daily on new and established patients
Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and perioperative evaluations
Performing histories and physicals (H&Ps), interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing care plans
Prescribing and managing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic pain treatments
Managing epidural and peripheral nerve catheters
Documenting clinical findings in progress notes
Educating patients and families on pain management strategies
Providing pain management education and serving as a clinical resource for healthcare team members across the institution
Work Mon-Fri, 9:00am-5:00pm
What We Offer
A highly competitive compensation package
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus retirement plan matching
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Annual continuing medical education (CME) allowance
Full reimbursement for licensure and credentialing expenses
Interested? Appy today!
This position has a hiring range of
USD $115,000.00 - USD $190,000.00 /Yr.
About MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center
MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is a medical facility located in Clinton, Maryland. It is a 192-bed acute care hospital that provides a range of services including emergency care, cardiology, cancer care, orthopedics, and women's health. The hospital is part of the MedStar Health system, which is the largest healthcare provider in Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region. MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to its patients and improving the health of the communities it serves.
