Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
About The Position
An established and rapidly growing inpatient neurology program in the Arlington, Texas area is seeking an experienced Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join its Neuro Hospitalist team. This position focuses on high-acuity inpatient neurological care within a collaborative stroke and neuroscience environment. The practice is seeking clinically strong providers who are comfortable managing complex neurological patients in a fast-paced hospital environment while working closely with neurologists, hospitalists, intensivists, and multidisciplinary care teams.
Requirements
- Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) certification OR Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification
- Active Texas APRN or PA license (or eligibility)
- DEA license or eligibility
- Current BLS certification
- Minimum 2 years of inpatient acute care experience
Nice To Haves
- Neuro ICU experience
- Stroke or Neurocritical Care background
- Inpatient Neurology or Neuro Hospitalist experience
- Neurosurgery ICU experience
- Hospitalist medicine background with neurological patient management
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
- ENLS or other neuro-focused certifications
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive inpatient management for acute neurology and stroke patients
- Perform detailed neurological assessments, daily rounding, admissions, consults, and discharge planning
- Participate in stroke response and rapid neurological evaluations
- Manage neurological conditions including: Acute ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, Seizures and status epilepticus, Encephalopathy, Neurotrauma, Neuromuscular disorders, Altered mental status, Post-operative neurosurgical patients
- Collaborate with neurologists, intensivists, neurosurgeons, therapists, nursing staff, and case management teams
- Interpret diagnostic testing and monitor patient progress within the inpatient setting
- Document accurately within the electronic medical record system
- Support evidence-based practice, quality initiatives, and patient safety programs
Benefits
- Highly competitive compensation structure
- Increased salary consideration for strong neuro experience
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- CME support and certification reimbursement
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
- Malpractice coverage
- Professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
