Description
About the Job
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, a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Washington, DC. 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.
As part of a cohesive and highly specialized APS team, the NP will play a vital role in advancing pain management practices while working closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and multidisciplinary care teams in an academic hospital setting.
New graduates are welcome to apply. Interested nurse practitioners with FNP or AGACNP certification are encouraged to apply, as well.
Position Overview
The Nurse Practitioner will function as a clinical consultant within a multidisciplinary team, managing both acute and chronic pain for hospitalized patients. 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
Position will include mandatory 6-8 weeks of initial, comprehensive training at our hospitals in Washington, D.C.
Schedule: Monday – Friday
What We Offer
As a valued member of MedStar Medical Group Anesthesiology, you will receive:
- 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
This position has a hiring range of
USD $115,003.00 - USD $143,619.00 /Yr.
Apply on company website
Find Connections via Linkedin
