Overview

The Pain Management Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing acute or chronic pain. Working collaboratively with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, the NP evaluates pain conditions, develops treatment plans, and manages ongoing care using evidence-based practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pain assessments, including medical history, physical exams, and functional evaluations
• Diagnose pain-related conditions and contribute to differential diagnoses
• Develop and implement individualized pain management treatment plans
• Prescribe and manage medications, in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Monitor patient response to treatments and adjust plans as needed
• Perform or assist with interventional pain procedures (e.g., joint injections, trigger point injections), if credentialed
• Educate patients and families on pain management strategies, medication use, risks, benefits, and lifestyle modifications
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, behavioral health providers, and pharmacists
• Monitor for medication adherence, side effects, and signs of misuse or diversion
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including controlled substance agreements and prescription monitoring programs
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
• Current Nurse Practitioner license in New York State
• National board certification (e.g., FNP, AGNP, or ACNP)
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority (or eligibility)
• Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience preferred; pain management experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of multimodal pain management approaches, including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• In-depth knowledge of pain physiology and treatment modalities
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• High level of professionalism, empathy, and ethical practice
• Ability to manage complex cases and work independently
• Familiarity with opioid stewardship and risk mitigation strategies

Work Environment

• Outpatient pain clinic, hospital-based practice, or interdisciplinary specialty clinic
• May involve extended periods of standing, patient procedures, and documentation
• Schedule may include daytime hours; some settings may require on-call coverage

Salary: $110,000 to $145,000 per year DOE