Pain Management Advanced Practice Provider, PRN

Pain Management Advanced Practice Provider, PRN

City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope's uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The Pain Management APP provides high-quality, patient-centered care for oncology patients under the supervision of a Pain Management Physician and Interventionalist. This role includes comprehensive pain assessments, inpatient and outpatient follow-up care, development and management of individualized treatment plans, medication and therapy management, patient education, clinical documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. The APP serves as a clinical resource and liaison between patients, families, providers, and support services while assisting with care coordination, referrals, and quality improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate:

• Must be available to work a minimum of three shifts per quarter, with additional shifts available based on departmental needs. Schedule includes Monday-Friday hours between 8a-6p.
• Provides comprehensive support for Pain Management patients across inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring continuity of care and serving as a clinical resource for patients, providers, and care teams.
• Collaborates with referring physicians to develop appropriate treatment plans and interventions.
• Enters and manages medication and treatment orders in the EMR in accordance with organizational and regulatory guidelines.
• Completes accurate clinical documentation, including histories and physicals, consults, follow-up visits, patient education, and informed consents.
• Coordinates patient care, improves communication among clinicians, stakeholders, and patients, and supports efficient patient flow.
• Maintains required licensure and certifications while participating in professional development, training, and team initiatives.
• Supports hospital goals, assists with departmental policies and procedures, and performs additional duties as assigned by the supervising physician.

Required Qualifications:

• Current Georgia licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• For Nurse Practitioners: National Board Certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
• For Physician Assistants: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and successful completion of the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE) through NCCPA.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) (if obtained through another provider, AHA certification must be completed within 30 days of hire).
• DEA licensure
• Maintain required continuing medical education (CME) hours and professional certifications as required by the applicable licensing organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred 2 years experience in pain management and/or oncology patient population.
• Oncology certifications such as ONS Certification and/or Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) preferred but not required.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.