Pain Management Nurse Practitioner

To provide independent advanced level nurse practitioner clinical expertise to patients and their families on an on-going basis. This includes the management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and specialty protocols (e.g. chemotherapy) as defined by standardized procedures or independently based on licensure. This may include non-invasive or invasive procedures, surgical procedures, including operative first assist per approved standardized procedures as identified by the list available on the Medical Staff Office. Patient management decisions are independent where appropriate after assessment of the patient and interdependent with consultation with an attending or other member of the team. NPs are expected to act as an expert resource person for health care providers including nurses, residents and other ancillary staff.

Provides patient care in a team based care environment to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.

Apply By Date : 3 / 28 / 25 at 11 : 59 p.m. This position will be considering applications as they apply, until filled.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and / or certification if required of the position

• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
• California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License
• California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
• National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area
• Graduation with a master s degree, DNP or PhD in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing.
• A minimum of one year of recent clinical experience managing adult patients with chronic non-cancer pain and cancer pain in an outpatient chronic pain management setting.
• One year experience as a nurse practitioner required
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Judgement skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
• Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider
• Strong foundation in managing chronic pain syndromes and acute pain exacerbations.
• Knowledge of opioid stewardship and safe prescribing practices, including familiarity with CDC guidelines for opioid therapy.
• Exceptional communication and empathy to build trust with patients experiencing chronic pain.
• Proven ability to manage difficult conversations, such as addressing substance misuse concerns.
• Resilience and adaptability in handling emotionally challenging situations.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in pain management practices.
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Willingness to work at any one or more of the UC Davis outpatient clinics
• Ability to apply relevant theories and concepts to clinical practice

Preferred Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Department Overview

Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine is a leading multi specialty practice offering comprehensive training, high-quality patient care, conducting innovative research and educational opportunities. It is one of the largest departments in the School of Medicine with an annual budget of $79 million and is comprised of 90 faculty, 15 MSP MDs, 32 VCF & associated faculty, 58 Residents, 10 Fellows, 65 Nurse Anesthetists and 35 Administrative Staff.

The Department provides patient care across many locations : UCD Pavilion (main hospital), Lawrence J. Ellison Ambulatory Care Center (ACC), UC Comprehensive Cancer Center, Hospital-Based Clinics, and Community Care Networks (CCNs); providing service to 50 operating suites each day and over 48,000 anesthetics annually. Funding includes state, endowment opportunity, indirect cost return, reserves, summer sessions, service enterprises, educational sales & service, & self-supporting activity. The Department is committed to excellence and the university missions which include clinical, education, research, and community outreach (public service).

When you join the team, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and community partners.

Department Specific Job Scope

The Pain Management NPII will provide independent advanced level nurse practitioner clinical expertise to patients and their families on an on-going basis in clinical visits to the pain management service. This includes the management of complex chronic pain, cancer pain. pre & post-surgical pain patients using medical and specialty protocols as defined by standardized procedures. This will include managing medical therapy for pain, post pain management procedural follow up, beginning to continuing complimentary alternative therapy and referral to other specialty providers. Patient management decisions will be Independent where appropriate after assessment of the patient and interdependent with consultation with an attending or other member of the team. NP's are expected to act as an expert resource person for health care providers including nurses, residents and other ancillary staff. This may Include non invasive or Invasive procedures.

POSITION INFORMATION

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy Benefits Summary and our Benefits Page

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract.

Physical Demands

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