Scheduled Hours

Advanced Nurse Practitioner will work in a collaborative practice arrangement with board certified Pain Management physicians in the care of in-patients with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain at Barnes Jewish Hospital as well as support and enhance the teaching mission for fellows and residents on the pain service.

Position is full-time and work approximately 40 hours per week with some weekend coverage.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

•Provides direct patient care to include obtaining patient history, performing patient assessment via observation, interview and examination; orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies.

•Serves as a pain resource for hospital nurses and other support staff.

•Assists with catheter set-up, placement and blousing. Administers PCA bolus doses. Titrates, initiates, and maintains therapies. Operates and troubleshoots analgesic infusion devices.

•Assists, supports and covers for pain fellows and residents allowing them the atmosphere to focus on the learning experience.

•Carries the Pain on-call pager during the day.

•Submits charges for in-patient services rendered including, but not limited to, subsequent in-patient e&m services, and management of epidural or subarachnoid drug administration for post-operative pain relief.

•Creates, implements, and keeps teaching tools up-to-date and current.

•Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.

•Monitors/ensures accuracy of patient medical records, maintains all required reports, records, statistics, etc.

•Works in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards

•Regularly participates in constant quality improvement and process improvement activities centered on the goal of providing exceptional, evidence-based patient care.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

•Normal office environment

•Exposure to blood-borne pathogens

•Exposure to chemicals

•Requires protective devices

•Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements

•Patient care setting

•Direct patient care setting

•On-Call (Beeper)

Physical Effort

•Typically sitting at desk or table

•Typically standing or walking

•Typically bending, crouching, stooping

•Using tools requiring high dexterity

•Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)

Equipment

•Office equipment

•Lab/research equipment

•Clinical/diagnostic equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Education:

Required Qualifications

M.S.N. - Master Of Science In Nursing - Nurse Practitioner

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

Required Qualifications:

More About This Job

•APN licensure or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire.

•Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.

•Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirement).

Education:

Preferred Qualifications

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Diagnostics, Disease Management, Epic EHR, Family Support, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Evaluations, Patient Management, Pharmacology, Preventive Care, Teamwork, Time Management

Grade

S31

Salary Range

$93,300.00 - $167,800.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

•Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

•Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

•Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

•WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

•Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

•We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

•WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

Nurse Practitioner (Inpt) - Pain Management

About this role

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Working Conditions:

Education:

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

Work Experience:

Skills:

Driver's License:

Required Qualifications:

Education:

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

Work Experience:

Skills:

S31

About Washington University in St. Louis

Career Resources for This Role

PMHNP Salary Guide 2026: Comprehensive State-by-State Analysis

30 PMHNP Interview Questions & Answers (2026 Guide)

PMHNP Salary Negotiation: How to Earn $20K+ More

Explore More Opportunities

Similar PMHNP Jobs

MO141a - PMHNP

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner; Missouri

Geriatric PMHNP — LTC Psychiatry & Medication Management

MO141a – PMHNP