RN-Pain Clinic

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for qualified applicants!

Seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in the Interventional Pain Clinic. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality care to patients undergoing pain management procedures and treatments. This role involves close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive and effective pain relief for patients. Work is performed in an outpatient clinic setting with exposure to patients in varying degrees of pain and distress. This is a fast-paced environment where multitasking and flexibility are essential to provide effective care. Great hours! Monday-Friday Days with no call, holidays or weekends!

Why UnityPoint Health?

• Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development - We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org.

Clinical Excellence/Patient Care

• Delivers high quality care utilizing the nursing process while demonstrating knowledge and clinical skills of the specialty required in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments, including medical history review, pain evaluation, and vital signs monitoring.
• Document patient information accurately in electronic medical records (EMR).
• Monitor patients' response to interventions and report significant changes or complications to the medical team.
• Prepare and assist in performing interventional pain management procedures, such as nerve blocks, epidural injections, spinal cord stimulators, and other minimally invasive treatments.
• Set up and maintain sterile field during procedures.
• Provide procedural sedation under the supervision of the physician or nurse anesthetist, as required.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures, ensuring their safety and comfort.
• Provide post-procedure care, including monitoring vital signs, assessing for complications, and providing appropriate interventions.
• Educate patients about post-procedure care, including medication instructions, activity restrictions, and follow-up appointments.
• Document any adverse reactions, complications, or issues during the recovery phase and communicate effectively with the healthcare team.
• Administer prescribed medications, including analgesics, anti-inflammatory drugs, and others, following the appropriate protocols.
• Monitor for side effects, adverse reactions, and interactions.
• Work closely with physicians, other healthcare providers, and other clinical staff to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Assist in the coordination of patient care and follow-up procedures, ensure post procedure contacts are made according to protocols and address any future patient needs or referrals.
• Ensure accurate, thorough, and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and outcomes in the EMR system.
• Adhere to all clinic policies, procedures, and regulatory standards to maintain a safe, compliant, and patient-centered care environment.
• Act as a patient advocate, providing emotional support and guidance throughout the pain management process.
• Address patient concerns and help them navigate the complexities of their treatment plan.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment.
• Delegates and provides direction for other healthcare providers and hold them accountable for their involvement in the plan of care.
• Utilizes critical thinking in making independent judgments and maintains responsibility and accountability for the knowledge of conditions of assigned patients.

Development & Patient Education

• Educate patients on pain management techniques, including medication usage, non-pharmacological therapies (e.g., physical therapy, acupuncture), lifestyle adjustments, and other pain therapy services options.
• Educate patients on safe medication usage, potential side effects, and the importance of adherence to the prescribed regimen.
• Provide emotional support to patients dealing with chronic pain and explain long-term management strategies.
• Assist in the training and mentoring of new nursing staff or medical assistants, patient care techs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education to stay up-to-date with advancements in pain management and nursing practices.
• Assess and chooses teaching strategies appropriate to the patient's and their families' age specific needs, culture, gender, readiness to learn and level of comprehension by utilizing a holistic approach (considering biopsychosocial, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria).
• Consults appropriate resources within the hospital to provide specialized education.
• Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately.