Acute Pain Service Nurse Practitioner - Washington, D.C. Region - MedStar Health

MedStar Medical Group Anesthesiology is seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Acute Pain Service (APS). This role offers a unique opportunity to practice at two distinct MedStar Health hospitals: MedStar Washington Hospital Center, a major academic medical center in the heart of DC, and MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, a community-based facility in Clinton, MD. Both locations offer high-impact, rewarding clinical experiences and the chance to work across a broad spectrum of patient populations and surgical services. 

The NP will support both hospitals on a rotational basis, offering a diverse and well-rounded clinical experience while remaining part of a cohesive, collaborative APS team. This structure allows the NP to contribute meaningfully to both institutions, enhancing pain management practices across varying care environments. 

Position Overview: 
The Nurse Practitioner will function as a clinical consultant within a multidisciplinary team, working alongside anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other medical professionals to manage 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 history and physical examinations (H&Ps), interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing care plans 
• Prescribing and managing both 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 resource for healthcare team members across the institution 
• Schedule: Monday - Friday

What We Offer: 
As a valued member of MedStar Medical Group Anesthesiology, you will receive: 

• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with retirement plan matching 
• Generous paid time off (PTO) 
• Annual continuing education (CE) allowance 
• Full reimbursement for licensure and credentialing expenses