## Regional Acute Pain Nurse Navigator - Children's Pre/Post at WVU Medicine Golisano Children's Hospital Are you a Registered Nurse with a passion for pain management and a dedication to providing exceptional care to pediatric patients? WVU Medicine Golisano Children's Hospital is seeking a Regional Acute Pain Nurse Navigator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for facilitating and coordinating services for patients on the acute/regional pain management service, ensuring comprehensive, coordinated care, and promoting patient safety and program growth. ### Role Overview The Regional Acute Pain Nurse Navigator is a vital member of the healthcare team, working closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to optimize pain management for pediatric patients. This role involves a combination of clinical practice, patient education, quality monitoring, and program development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in critical care or perioperative nursing, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to providing patient-centered care. ### A Day in the Life As a Regional Acute Pain Nurse Navigator, your day-to-day responsibilities may include: * **Collaborating with physicians and nurses:** Working together to develop and implement individualized pain management plans for patients. * **Facilitating block procedures:** Assisting physicians with nerve block procedures and ensuring the availability of necessary equipment and supplies. * **Conducting patient assessments:** Proactively assessing patients' pain levels and side effects of analgesia, adjusting treatment plans as needed. * **Providing patient education:** Educating patients and families about pain management strategies, ensuring they understand their treatment options and how to manage their pain effectively. * **Monitoring quality:** Conducting quality monitoring activities to identify areas for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance patient experience and safety. * **Participating in rounds:** Attending regional anesthesia service rounds and assisting with patient care. * **Developing educational programs:** Designing and implementing educational programs for nursing staff and patients related to regional anesthesia. * **Providing consultation:** Serving as a resource for the interdisciplinary team regarding the management of acute pain in the pediatric population. * **Archiving nerve block ultrasonography images:** Ensuring proper documentation of procedures. ### Why Morgantown, West Virginia? Morgantown, West Virginia, is a vibrant and growing city that offers a high quality of life. Home to West Virginia University, Morgantown has a youthful energy and a strong sense of community. The city boasts a diverse economy, excellent schools, and a wide range of recreational and cultural activities. Morgantown is also conveniently located within driving distance of several major metropolitan areas, including Pittsburgh, PA, and Washington, D.C. The surrounding area offers stunning natural beauty, with opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, and other outdoor activities. ### Career Path The Regional Acute Pain Nurse Navigator role offers opportunities for career advancement within WVU Medicine. With experience and further education, you may be able to advance to positions such as: * **Clinical Nurse Specialist:** Providing advanced clinical expertise in pain management. * **Nurse Manager:** Overseeing the operations of a pain management unit or service. * **Director of Nursing:** Leading nursing services for a hospital or healthcare system. WVU Medicine is committed to supporting the professional development of its employees and offers a variety of training and educational opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. ### Salary & Benefits The salary for the Regional Acute Pain Nurse Navigator position is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. WVU Medicine also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: * Health insurance * Dental insurance * Vision insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Life insurance * Disability insurance ### WVU Medicine Culture WVU Medicine is committed to providing a positive and supportive work environment for its employees. We value teamwork, collaboration, and innovation. We are also committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. At WVU Medicine, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of their patients. You will also have the opportunity to learn and grow professionally. ### How to Apply To apply for the Regional Acute Pain Nurse Navigator position, please submit your application online through the WVU Medicine careers website. Be sure to include your resume and a cover letter highlighting your qualifications and experience. ### Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) **1. What are the minimum qualifications for this position?** The minimum qualifications include a current Registered Nurse license in West Virginia or a multi-state eNLC license, BLS certification within 30 days of hire, and two years of nursing experience in critical care or perioperative care. **2. What are the preferred qualifications for this position?** Preferred qualifications include certification in a specialty area, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), five years of nursing experience in critical care or perioperative care, and previous experience in management and program/staff development. **3. What are the key responsibilities of this role?** The key responsibilities include collaborating with physicians and nurses, facilitating block procedures, conducting patient assessments, providing patient education, monitoring quality, and participating in rounds. **4. What is the salary range for this position?** The salary range for this position is estimated to be between $78,000 and $115,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. **5. What benefits does WVU Medicine offer?** WVU Medicine offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, life insurance, and disability insurance. **6. What is the work environment like at WVU Medicine?** The work environment at WVU Medicine is positive and supportive, with a focus on teamwork, collaboration, and innovation. **7. What opportunities are there for career advancement at WVU Medicine?** WVU Medicine offers a variety of training and educational opportunities to help employees advance in their careers. Potential career paths include Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Manager, and Director of Nursing. **8. How does WVU Medicine support employee well-being?** WVU Medicine offers wellness programs and resources to promote employee health and well-being, including an employee assistance program (EAP) for confidential counseling and support. **9. Is relocation assistance available for this position?** Relocation assistance may be available for eligible candidates. **10. Is a sign-on bonus available for this position?** A sign-on bonus may be available for qualified candidates. Join the WVU Medicine team and make a difference in the lives of pediatric patients! We look forward to receiving your application.