Full-Time Nurse Practitioner

About the role

Seeking an advanced practice provider (APP) to join the inpatient Stroke Neurology team. The role involves managing acute ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, coordinating code strokes in real-time with physicians, and assessing patient eligibility for treatments like alteplase and thrombectomy. The APP will work closely with Vascular Neurologists to address post-stroke issues in ICU, step-down units, and med/surg floors, determining stroke mechanisms and initiating secondary prevention. Providing patient, caregiver, and staff education is also essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate patient care plans based on data synthesis and evidence-based practices.
• Perform technical and procedural skills proficiently.
• Provide management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients and families.
• Participate in quality improvement and clinical research activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and EMR use.
• Serve as a resource for staff, identify systemic issues, and facilitate resource-efficient patient movement.
• Maintain professional growth, current knowledge, and clinical skills.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience as a nurse practitioner in neurology or neuro-critical care preferred.
• Master's or Doctoral degree as a nurse practitioner.
• Computer literacy required.
• Current nurse practitioner certification, eligibility for prescription privileges, BLS certification within 14 days of hire, and ACLS certification.