Registered Nurse Chronic Pain Management

Chronic Pain Management Registered Nurse

The Registered Nurse is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated timeframe and provides care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. The Registered Nurse is expected to perform their duties according to established standards of care and the core values established by the Division of Nursing. Reports to assigned Unit Director.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assess, monitor, and evaluate patients experiencing chronic pain, developing individualized, patient-centered plans of care to support optimal outcomes and quality of life.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive pain management treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on pain management strategies, medications, treatment options, self-care techniques, and lifestyle modifications.
• Perform ongoing patient assessments, accurately document clinical findings, interventions, and responses to treatment, and adjust care plans as needed.
• Promote safe, evidence-based nursing practice by adhering to established policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and patient safety standards.
• Serve as a patient advocate by providing compassionate care, supporting informed decision-making, and addressing the physical, emotional, and psychosocial effects of chronic pain.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and professional development activities to enhance patient care and clinical outcomes.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care and a positive patient experience.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program and eligible to obtain a New York State limited permit
• Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility for licensure

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred, not required
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience preferred
• Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications before completion of the introductory period.

Physical Requirements:

• Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., Use of computer keyboard); may require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs), including boxes, equipment, IV solutions and stooping and kneeling (e.g., to pick up items from the floor, to remove and replace items on lower shelves and to file documents in lower file drawers); sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time may be necessary; must be able physically to operate the equipment used for the job.

Location, Travel and Shift Requirements:

• Onsite Arnot Health
• Per Diem
• 0% Travel requirements

Pay Range Disclosure:

• Standard Rate of $37.05-$44.65 per hour plus benefits

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