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PIH Health is seeking a dynamic and leadership-driven Pain Management Nurse Practitioner to join our expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a respected physician in a well-established department, while also contributing to policy development and education initiatives.

Why You’ll Love it Here:

• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a high-performing, dedicated team and a highly respected pain management physician.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule with flexible hours to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Unique Role: Split your time between 65% inpatient care and 35% administrative leadership, including policy development and clinical education.
• Growth & Leadership: Be part of a growing department that values self-starters, innovative thinkers, and professionals with leadership potential.
• Nonprofit Mission: Join a mission-driven organization committed to high-quality, compassionate care in our communities.
• Seamless EMR: Use a unified EMR system across the network that makes coordinating care with specialists easier.
• Competitive Compensation: Guaranteed salary, retirement plans, malpractice coverage and excellent benefits package included paid sick time off.

About the Area:

The area offers the perfect balance of suburban charm and urban convenience. Nestled just a short drive from both Los Angeles and Orange Counties, it provides easy access to world-class dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions. Its central location means you can enjoy a morning hike in the mountains, relax on the beach by the afternoon or a day at Disneyland. With a friendly community, great schools, and a variety of parks and outdoor activities, Whittier is an ideal place to live, work, and play.

Why PIH Health:

PIH Health is a nonprofit regional healthcare network with three hospitals, 100 outpatient medical offices, 7 Urgent Care Centers, and a medical foundation employing over 500 physicians and mid-level providers. PIH Health offers a comprehensive range of services, including hospice care, with an unwavering focus on patient well-being and comfort.

Our organization is home to more than 7,500 compassionate and dedicated employees. PIH Health has earned recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals, a testament to our commitment to providing exceptional care to our community.??

Our leadership is dedicated to putting patients first—a cornerstone of our mission, vision and values.

EOE M/F/D/V

At PIH Health, you’re not just another staff member – you’re part of a close-knit, dedicated family committed to providing exceptional care. If you’re looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and join a team that truly values you, we’d love to have you on board!

POSITION SUMMARY:

 The Pain Management Nurse Practitioner functions in an Advanced Practice role as a clinical expert in the   caring for the patient with acute and chronic pain.  Practicing within developed standardized procedures, this role implements and evaluates the plan of care and seeks to improve care through collaborative/collegial practice among caregivers/providers/disciplines. This role is also responsible for participating in the assessment, planning, organization, implementation and evaluation of education and clinical development of nursing staff as related to pain management. Active involvement in pain management, symptom management, substance use disorder, and end of life care nursing education. Responsible for the development and update of hospital policies concerning pain management in accordance with state, federal, and accreditation standards. Collaborate with the healthcare team in the development of new policies and order sets to ensure comprehensive care for patients experiencing pain.

• Demonstrated expertise in pain management.
• Health education, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of acute pain, chronic pain, and symptom management.
• Provide comprehensive care.
• Effectively communicate and provide care regarding pain management.
•  Knowledgeable regarding all aspects of Nurse Practitioner scope of practice.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
•   Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal and conflict resolution abilities.
• Independent performer.
• Computer skills.

• Current California Nurse Practitioner license
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience
• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Education Program
• Evidence of continuing education and self-development to support license requirements
• Board Certification: Board certified Nurse Practitioner or board eligible
• Demonstrated teaching ability in formal and informal setting
• Current Basic Life Support Card

Preferred:

• Doctorate in Nursing Practice
• Clinical experience in oncology, palliative care, or addiction medicine
• American Nurses Credentialing Center, Pain Management Nursing Certification (PMGT-BC™)
• Experience with policy writing
• Member of American Society for Pain Management Nursing (ASPMN)