Acute Pain Service Nurse Practitioner - Washington, D.C.
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About the job
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 . 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
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This position has a hiring range of
USD $115,000.00 - USD $190,000.00 /Yr.
From MedStar Health's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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