Pain Management NP/PA

Beloit Health System – Beloit Is seeking a Pain Management Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Pain Management Team in Beloit, Wisconsin and Roscoe, Illinois. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is a skilled member of the health team who provides medical and educational services to patients in collaboration with a licensed physician.

• Develop skills and strategies necessary to optimize the health of patients in pain and to support the elimination of the major public health problem of incomplete assessment, treatment, and reassessment of pain and to decrease the burden of chronic pain as a major public health problem.
• Analyze and overcome barriers to the management of acute, chronic, and cancer pain conditions, including reducing disparities in access to quality pain care across the healthcare continuum, and reducing unintentional consequences (misuse, abuse, and diversion issues) related to the use of opioid analgesics in the treatment of chronic pain.
• Develop skills and strategies necessary to optimize the health of patients in pain and to support the elimination of the major public health problem of incomplete assessment, treatment, and reassessment of pain and to decrease the burden of chronic pain as a major public health problem.
• Implement optimal clinical assessment and risk management strategies, evidence-based treatment protocols, and a patient-centered approach to improve the treatment of patients of all ages with various pain conditions. Including the development of guidelines and protocols.
• Apply evidence-based integrative and interventional pain techniques to reduce costs, improve efficacy, and leverage outcome-tracking tools.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Promotes and maintains patient health by providing medical services under the supervision of a physician.
• Interview and examine patients; review outside studies and medical histories, determine eligibility for interventional treatment by physician
• Document patient care services on the day of service.
• Develop comprehensive, individualized treatment plans
• Treating a wide variety of patients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, and pain disorders
• Pre and post intervention exams
• Perform in-office procedures including Botox, joint, and soft tissue injections.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding pain management strategies and self-care techniques.
• Educate patients and their family members regarding interventional pain procedures
• Stay current on opioid prescribing guidelines outlined by the CDC, DEA and State of Wisconsin and Illinois Providing clinic support for follow-up visits
• Review and answer messages; including physician and collaborate as appropriate
• Medication and pump refills
• Co-management of patients with physical therapy and occupational therapy
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of pain management interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to optimize patient care

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Nursing with a specialization or experience in Pain Management a plus
• Certification as a Nurse Practitioner in Family Practice or Adult Medicine.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience in performing minor medical procedures.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle high-stress situations calmly and effectively.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Nurse Practitioner (NP) certification.
• Minimum of a Master’s degree in Nursing.
• State-specific licensure for nurse practitioners.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must maintain a current medical license and DEA license
• 2-3 years of experience as an advanced practice provider is preferred
• Experience in pain management or orthopedics is preferred
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to travel to offsite locations as needed

Please send resume and cover letter to Claudine Taub at Ctaub@beloithealthsystem.org

Our rich Benefit Package includes: vacation, holidays, health/vision/dental/life insurance options, shift differential, sick leave, bereavement, CME, Employee Assistance Program, Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and a retirement plan.

At Beloit Health System, you’ll find the facilities and medical technology of a large medical center, coupled with the warmth and personal service of a community health system. We’re known for our friendly culture, focus on our patients – and for the exceptional career opportunities that we offer.

Please find out more about the healthcare jobs available at Beloit Health System hospital, clinic and outreach facilities. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including exceptional health and dental, a generous vacation allowance, retirement plan, employer-matched TSA and much more. We are proud to say that our employees love working here as evidenced by our very low employee turnover- we think you’ll agree.

Our rich Benefit Package includes such items as: vacation, holidays, health/vision/dental/life insurance options, shift differential, sick leave, bereavement, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and a retirement plan.

Our Values demonstrate our commitment to our community and articulate what we stand for as individuals, and as an organization.

• ENGAGEMENT - To be focused, emotionally invested, and committed to working together as a team to support each other and provide the BEST care to our patients.
• QUALITY - To be committed to deliver care and service in a manner that exceeds team member, patient, and family expectations.
• SATISFACTION - To do what is necessary to treat our patients and families the way we would want ourselves and families treated to provide a positive, memorable experience.
• INTEGRITY - To do the right thing and to do my best.

About Organization: Beloit Health System is an independent, community health care system located in Beloit, WI and Roscoe, IL Healthcare Services in Beloit, WI | Beloit Health System Home | NorthPointe Wellness

Beloit is located on the southern Wisconsin state line on the Wisconsin/Illinois border, just 84 miles from O'Hare and 72 miles from Madison. We celebrate a proud legacy of strength, beauty, and diversity. Some of our greatest assets include, our world-class riverfront, our charming downtown, the internationally renowned Beloit College and historic residential neighborhoods Best Rockton Schools | Rockton, IL School Ratings | Best Schools (greatschools.org) The Lincoln Academy | Public Charter School in Beloit, Wisconsin (thelincolnacademybeloit.com)