Position Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) at Open Arms Pain Clinic provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing acute and chronic pain. This role combines advanced clinical expertise with compassionate care to evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients through evidence-based pain management strategies. The NP will collaborate with specialists, and interdisciplinary team members to develop personalized treatment plans that improve patients’ quality of life.
Key Responsibilities:
● Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history, physical examinations, and review of diagnostic tests.
● Diagnose and manage acute and chronic pain conditions using evidence-based practices.
● Prescribe and manage medications, including controlled substances, in accordance with federal and state regulations.
● Administer or assist with interventional procedures (e.g., joint injections, trigger point injections, Botox for migraines, etc.) as credentialed.
● Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medication use, lifestyle modifications, and self-management strategies for pain.
● Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and referrals as needed.
● Monitor treatment effectiveness, adjust care plans, and document patient progress in the electronic medical record (EMR).
● Ensure compliance with clinic protocols, state licensing requirements, and DEA regulations.
● Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and staff development programs.
● Promote Open Arms Pain Clinic’s mission of providing compassionate, accessible, and innovative pain management services.
Qualifications:
● Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing with Nurse Practitioner certification (FNP, AGNP, or PMHNP with pain management focus).
● Current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice.
● DEA registration with authority to prescribe controlled substances.
● Minimum 1–2 years of NP experience in pain management, primary care, neurology, anesthesiology, orthopedics, or related specialty (preferred).
● Strong knowledge of pain management principles, pharmacology, and interventional procedures.
● Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient education skills.
● Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.
Work Environment:
● Outpatient clinical setting.
● Regular patient interaction, requiring empathy, professionalism, and critical thinking.
● May include occasional evening or weekend hours depending on clinic needs.
Reports To: Medical Director / Clinic Administrator
Posted 3 days ago
Last updated: October 20, 2026
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