Pain Management Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Poughkeepsie, NY
Apr 16, 2026
Healthcare Services
Job Description
Description
Overview
The Nuvance Health Medical Practice Division of Pain Management has an excellent opportunity for a Pain Management Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our comprehensive Neurosciences Department in Poughkeepsie, NY.
Job Highlights
Global management of patients with pain conditions
Conduct thorough evaluations of patients with pain conditions, including detailed medical histories and physical examinations.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments, incorporating pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies.
Utilize various modalities for pain relief, including medication management, physical therapy referrals, interventional procedures, and complementary therapies.
Educate patients and families about pain management options, coping strategies, and lifestyle modifications to improve quality of life.
Schedule and conduct follow-up appointments to monitor treatment efficacy and adjust plans as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, and outcomes in accordance with healthcare regulations.
M-F position
Qualifications
Master's degree in Nursing with a focus on Nurse Practitioner studies/Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies
Current Nurse Practitioner licensure and certification in a relevant specialty (e.g., Pain Management, Family, or Adult) or NCCPA certification required
Previous experience in pain management, palliative care, or a related field preferred
New graduates will be considered and encouraged to apply
Highly competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits and a generous allowance for CMEs and professional dues/expenses offered.
Located on the banks of the scenic Hudson River, Vassar Brothers Medical Center has a brand new 696,000-square-foot, eight-level inpatient pavilion with 264 private medical/surgical patient rooms and 30 critical care rooms. Vassar provides the leading acute and critical emergency care in the region, recently adding Level II Trauma Service and Interventional Neuroradiology. Vassar has established centers of excellence in cardiac services, cancer care and women and childrens health services. Vassar is consistently ranked as one of the strongest cardiac programs in the United States and one of the Top 100 Heart Hospitals by Modern HealthCare Magazine.
Nuvance Health is proudly joining Northwell Health. Northwell Health is New York State's largest health care provider and private employer, with 28 hospitals, 1000+ outpatient facilities, and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We care for over two million people annually in the New York metro area and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Our 104,000+ employees - 22,000+ nurses and 5,000+ employed doctors, including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners - are working to change health care for the better. We're making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research and training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Our professionals are relentless about staying ahead of the latest clinical trials and research, partnering with our own Feinstein Institute and other world-renowned institutions.
Salary Range: $105,000-$150,000 commensurate with years of experience.
For more information or to submit your CV, please contact Jennifer Riccardi, Physician Recruiter, at (mailto:)
For more information about Vassar Brothers Medical Center and Nuvance Health, please visit our website at (
We are a Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and therefore eligible employees may qualify for forgiveness of certain federal student loans under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.
Overview
The Nuvance Health Medical Practice Division of Pain Management has an excellent opportunity for a Pain Management Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our comprehensive Neurosciences Department in Poughkeepsie, NY.
Job Highlights
Global management of patients with pain conditions
Conduct thorough evaluations of patients with pain conditions, including detailed medical histories and physical examinations.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments, incorporating pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies.
Utilize various modalities for pain relief, including medication management, physical therapy referrals, interventional procedures, and complementary therapies.
Educate patients and families about pain management options, coping strategies, and lifestyle modifications to improve quality of life.
Schedule and conduct follow-up appointments to monitor treatment efficacy and adjust plans as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, and outcomes in accordance with healthcare regulations.
M-F position
Qualifications
Master's degree in Nursing with a focus on Nurse Practitioner studies/Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies
Current Nurse Practitioner licensure and certification in a relevant specialty (e.g., Pain Management, Family, or Adult) or NCCPA certification required
Previous experience in pain management, palliative care, or a related field preferred
New graduates will be considered and encouraged to apply
Highly competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits and a generous allowance for CMEs and professional dues/expenses offered.
Located on the banks of the scenic Hudson River, Vassar Brothers Medical Center has a brand new 696,000-square-foot, eight-level inpatient pavilion with 264 private medical/surgical patient rooms and 30 critical care rooms. Vassar provides the leading acute and critical emergency care in the region, recently adding Level II Trauma Service and Interventional Neuroradiology. Vassar has established centers of excellence in cardiac services, cancer care and women and childrens health services. Vassar is consistently ranked as one of the strongest cardiac programs in the United States and one of the Top 100 Heart Hospitals by Modern HealthCare Magazine.
Nuvance Health is proudly joining Northwell Health. Northwell Health is New York State's largest health care provider and private employer, with 28 hospitals, 1000+ outpatient facilities, and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We care for over two million people annually in the New York metro area and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Our 104,000+ employees - 22,000+ nurses and 5,000+ employed doctors, including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners - are working to change health care for the better. We're making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research and training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Our professionals are relentless about staying ahead of the latest clinical trials and research, partnering with our own Feinstein Institute and other world-renowned institutions.
Salary Range: $105,000-$150,000 commensurate with years of experience.
For more information or to submit your CV, please contact Jennifer Riccardi, Physician Recruiter, at (mailto:)
For more information about Vassar Brothers Medical Center and Nuvance Health, please visit our website at (
We are a Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and therefore eligible employees may qualify for forgiveness of certain federal student loans under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.
Description
Overview
The Nuvance Health Medical Practice Division of Pain Management has an excellent opportunity for a Pain Management Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our comprehensive Neurosciences Department in Poughkeepsie, NY.
Job Highlights
Global management of patients with pain conditions
Conduct thorough evaluations of patients with pain conditions, including detailed medical histories and physical examinations.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments, incorporating pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies.
Utilize various modalities for pain relief, including medication management, physical therapy referrals, interventional procedures, and complementary therapies.
Educate patients and families about pain management options, coping strategies, and lifestyle modifications to improve quality of life.
Schedule and conduct follow-up appointments to monitor treatment efficacy and adjust plans as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, and outcomes in accordance with healthcare regulations.
M-F position
Qualifications
Master's degree in Nursing with a focus on Nurse Practitioner studies/Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies
Current Nurse Practitioner licensure and certification in a relevant specialty (e.g., Pain Management, Family, or Adult) or NCCPA certification required
Previous experience in pain management, palliative care, or a related field preferred
New graduates will be considered and encouraged to apply
Highly competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits and a generous allowance for CMEs and professional dues/expenses offered.
Located on the banks of the scenic Hudson River, Vassar Brothers Medical Center has a brand new 696,000-square-foot, eight-level inpatient pavilion with 264 private medical/surgical patient rooms and 30 critical care rooms. Vassar provides the leading acute and critical emergency care in the region, recently adding Level II Trauma Service and Interventional Neuroradiology. Vassar has established centers of excellence in cardiac services, cancer care and women and childrens health services. Vassar is consistently ranked as one of the strongest cardiac programs in the United States and one of the Top 100 Heart Hospitals by Modern HealthCare Magazine.
Nuvance Health is proudly joining Northwell Health. Northwell Health is New York State's largest health care provider and private employer, with 28 hospitals, 1000+ outpatient facilities, and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We care for over two million people annually in the New York metro area and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Our 104,000+ employees - 22,000+ nurses and 5,000+ employed doctors, including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners - are working to change health care for the better. We're making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research and training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Our professionals are relentless about staying ahead of the latest clinical trials and research, partnering with our own Feinstein Institute and other world-renowned institutions.
Salary Range: $105,000-$150,000 commensurate with years of experience.
For more information or to submit your CV, please contact Jennifer Riccardi, Physician Recruiter, at (mailto:)
For more information about Vassar Brothers Medical Center and Nuvance Health, please visit our website at (
We are a Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and therefore eligible employees may qualify for forgiveness of certain federal student loans under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.
Overview
The Nuvance Health Medical Practice Division of Pain Management has an excellent opportunity for a Pain Management Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our comprehensive Neurosciences Department in Poughkeepsie, NY.
Job Highlights
Global management of patients with pain conditions
Conduct thorough evaluations of patients with pain conditions, including detailed medical histories and physical examinations.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments, incorporating pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies.
Utilize various modalities for pain relief, including medication management, physical therapy referrals, interventional procedures, and complementary therapies.
Educate patients and families about pain management options, coping strategies, and lifestyle modifications to improve quality of life.
Schedule and conduct follow-up appointments to monitor treatment efficacy and adjust plans as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, and outcomes in accordance with healthcare regulations.
M-F position
Qualifications
Master's degree in Nursing with a focus on Nurse Practitioner studies/Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies
Current Nurse Practitioner licensure and certification in a relevant specialty (e.g., Pain Management, Family, or Adult) or NCCPA certification required
Previous experience in pain management, palliative care, or a related field preferred
New graduates will be considered and encouraged to apply
Highly competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits and a generous allowance for CMEs and professional dues/expenses offered.
Located on the banks of the scenic Hudson River, Vassar Brothers Medical Center has a brand new 696,000-square-foot, eight-level inpatient pavilion with 264 private medical/surgical patient rooms and 30 critical care rooms. Vassar provides the leading acute and critical emergency care in the region, recently adding Level II Trauma Service and Interventional Neuroradiology. Vassar has established centers of excellence in cardiac services, cancer care and women and childrens health services. Vassar is consistently ranked as one of the strongest cardiac programs in the United States and one of the Top 100 Heart Hospitals by Modern HealthCare Magazine.
Nuvance Health is proudly joining Northwell Health. Northwell Health is New York State's largest health care provider and private employer, with 28 hospitals, 1000+ outpatient facilities, and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We care for over two million people annually in the New York metro area and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Our 104,000+ employees - 22,000+ nurses and 5,000+ employed doctors, including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners - are working to change health care for the better. We're making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research and training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Our professionals are relentless about staying ahead of the latest clinical trials and research, partnering with our own Feinstein Institute and other world-renowned institutions.
Salary Range: $105,000-$150,000 commensurate with years of experience.
For more information or to submit your CV, please contact Jennifer Riccardi, Physician Recruiter, at (mailto:)
For more information about Vassar Brothers Medical Center and Nuvance Health, please visit our website at (
We are a Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and therefore eligible employees may qualify for forgiveness of certain federal student loans under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.
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