Pain Management Nurse Practitioner

Location: Kennebunk Pain Care Maine Health Employment Type: 0.5 FTE (20 hrs/week) Position Overview We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our comprehensive pain management team. The APP will work collaboratively with physicians and a multidisciplinary care team to evaluate, treat, and manage patients with acute and chronic pain conditions. This role includes independent follow-up care, participation in new patient consultations under physician supervision, and responsible pain medication management in accordance with CDC guidelines. Benefits and Compensation At MaineHealth, we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, shift differentials, productivity-based incentives, quality incentives and other premiums. The annual base pay range for this position at a 0.5 FTE is $56,950 to $73,700. In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities. Key Responsibilities Conduct independent follow-up visits for patients with chronic pain conditions Participate in new patient consultations in collaboration with supervising physicians Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in coordination with the care team Prescribe and manage medications, including controlled substances, in compliance with CDC and state guidelines Monitor patient progress, treatment effectiveness, and adjust care plans as needed Provide patient education on pain management strategies, medication safety, and lifestyle modifications Collaborate closely with interventional pain physicians. Coordinate care with social workers to support patients' psychosocial and behavioral health needs Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) Ensure adherence to regulatory, ethical, and clinical standards of care Current Procedures Performed by APPs Subacromial bursa injection Suprascapular Nerve block Glenohumeral joint injection Biceps tendon sheath injection Piriformis Injection Greater Trochanteric bursa injections Knee injection/aspiration deeper trigger points Qualifications Successful completion of accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program Master's Degree required. Current license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure. Certification of Physician Associate/Physician Assistants (NCCPA) required for PA's. Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (e.g., FNP, AGNP) DEA license with prescriptive authority Experience in pain management, primary care, or related field preferred Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills Knowledge of CDC guidelines for opioid prescribing and pain management best practices Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment Preferred Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of experience as an APP Prior experience in pain management, musculoskeletal care, primary care, or related field preferred Experience working in multidisciplinary or integrated care settings. Work Environment Collaborative, team-based setting with support from interventional pain physicians. Focus on comprehensive, patient-centered care addressing physical and psychosocial aspects of pain MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. To learn more about our system please visit and our benefits page. For more information please contact Sophia Rideout, Physician & APP Recruiter, at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr